Well, that’s how things should work in theory, but the reality is often different. When you select a file and hit Delete on your keyboard, the file doesn’t disappear from your system-it is moved to the Recycle Bin, where it stays until you permanently delete it by emptying the Recycle Bin. The Recycle Bin in Windows is a special folder that acts as a temporary storage space for deleted files. Why Are Deleted Files Not in the Recycle Bin?