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Phil2611
Phil2611
Inspiring
November 3, 2023
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Is there a way to clear the list of projects in the the File / Open Recent menu?

  • November 3, 2023
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Is there a way to clear the list of projects in the the File / Open Recent menu? In the example below the menu lists projects that I have long since deleted, but also older versions of projects kept as a safety - ones that I certainly wouldn't want to accidentily re-open and start working on. I'd really like to reduce the clutter.

 

Correct answer nishu_kush

Hi Phil,

 

Resetting the preferences will clear the list. Here's how: https://community.adobe.com/t5/after-effects-discussions/faq-how-to-reset-trash-preferences-in-after-effects/td-p/10634342

But it'll also clear all your presets, custom keyboard shortcuts, or any other customization that you've done.

Hope it helps.

 

Thanks,

Nishu

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nishu_kush
Community Manager
nishu_kushCommunity ManagerCorrect answer
Community Manager
November 7, 2023

Hi Phil,

 

Resetting the preferences will clear the list. Here's how: https://community.adobe.com/t5/after-effects-discussions/faq-how-to-reset-trash-preferences-in-after-effects/td-p/10634342

But it'll also clear all your presets, custom keyboard shortcuts, or any other customization that you've done.

Hope it helps.

 

Thanks,

Nishu

Phil2611
Phil2611Author
Inspiring
November 7, 2023

Thanks, that worked. And I synced my prefs through the cloud first so I didn't lose them. But it's not a very elegant solution. It would be great to have a simple "Clear Recents" option in the "Open Recent" menu.

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