When you delete a folder, the email messages in that folder are also deleted.

Right-smack the folder you want to delete.

If you don’t see the folder you want to delete, double-check the folders are not collapsed.

right-click contextual menu

To display collapsed folders, choose the arrow next toFolders.

In theDelete folderdialog box, selectOK.

Restore a Deleted Folder

If you accidentally delete a folder, restore it.

Deleted Items in Outlook.com

Folders that have been permanently deleted cannot be restored.

In theFolderspane, selectDeleted Items.

grab the folder you want to restore.

deleted folder in Outlook.com

You might have to press the arrow next toDeleted Itemsto expand the folder and see the folder you removed.

Drag the folder to theFolderslist.

This permanently removes the folders and email messages you deleted.

View All Outlook Settings

In the upper-right corner of the Outlook window, select theSettingsgear icon.

SelectView all Outlook controls.

In theSettingsdialog box, selectMail.

Mail tab in Settings

Select theEmpty my deleted items foldercheck box.

Close theSettingsdialog box when you’re finished.

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