When the delete confirmation prompt is enabled and working, you will see a confirmation dialog asking “Are you sure you want to move these files to Recycle Bin?” even if you try to move the file to the Recycle Bin. Many users like to see a confirmation box before deleting a file or folder in Windows 10 or Windows 8.
To enable the delete confirmation box in Windows 10 or Windows 8, follow the steps given below.
Enable delete confirmation box in Windows 10 or Windows 8.1
Step 1: On your Windows 10 or Windows 8.1 desktop, make sure that desktop icons are visible. If not, right-click on desktop, click View, and then click Show desktop icons to view all desktop icons.
Step 2: Right-click on the Recycle Bin and then select Properties to open Recycle Bin Properties dialog box.
Enable delete confirmation dialog in Windows 10
Step 3: Under General tab, check the option named Display delete confirmation dialog. Click Apply button before closing Recycle Bin Properties dialog box.
Enable Delete confirmation dialog in Windows 10
From now on, Windows 10 will display confirmation dialog when you try to delete an item to Recycle Bin