How-To: Using Anaconda - Remove a Virtual Conda Environment via Graphical Interface

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Question

How do I remove (delete) a virtual conda environment in Anaconda Navigator graphical user interface?

Answer

Note: To create a conda environment with Anaconda Navigator, see "How-To: Using Anaconda - Create a Virtual Conda Environment via Graphical Interface

1. Search and Open Anaconda Navigator.

a. Enter "anaconda" in Windows Search bar.

b. Select Open from right hand column in search pop-up window.

2. Anaconda Navigator application window.

Anaconda Navigator window

3. Select Environments, then environment to remove, and then Remove.

a. In the left column, select Environments.

b. In the middle column, select enivironment you wish to remove.

Example environment: venv_31212

c. At bottom of middle column, select Remove.

Anaconda Navigator window with Environments selected and highlighted, enviroment to remove selected and highlighted, and Remove at bottom of second column highlighted.