Malwarebytes is a popular antivirus software that helps protect your computer from malicious software. While Malwarebytes is great at preventing viruses, sometimes you may need to delete certain items that have already been infected. In this guide, we will show you how to delete items with Malwarebytes.
Step 1: Open Malwarebytes
The first step to deleting items with Malwarebytes is to open the program. You can do this by double-clicking on the Malwarebytes icon on your desktop or by searching for it in your applications folder.
Step 2: Scan Your Computer
Once Malwarebytes is open, you can scan your computer for any infected items. To do this, click on the "Scan Now" button. Malwarebytes will then begin scanning your computer for viruses and other malicious software.
Step 3: Review Scan Results
After the scan is complete, Malwarebytes will display a list of infected items. Review the list and select the items that you want to delete. You can select all items by clicking on the checkbox next to "Select All".
Step 4: Delete Infected Items
Once you have selected the items that you want to delete, click on the "Quarantine Selected" button. Malwarebytes will then move the infected items to quarantine. To delete the items permanently, click on the "Delete All" button in the Quarantine tab.
Step 5: Restart Your Computer
After deleting the infected items, it is recommended that you restart your computer. This will ensure that any remaining traces of the virus or malware are removed from your system.
Step 6: Update Malwarebytes
Finally, it is important to keep Malwarebytes up-to-date to ensure that your computer is protected from the latest threats. To update Malwarebytes, click on the "Check for Updates" button in the settings menu.
Conclusion
Deleting infected items with Malwarebytes is a simple process that can help protect your computer from viruses and other malicious software. By following these steps, you can remove any infected items and keep your computer safe and secure.
