How to Remove Recent Files in KMPlayer Whether you are looking to declutter your workspace or protect your privacy, clearing your viewing history is a common task for KMPlayer users. KMPlayer tracks your activity in several ways: within its own "Recent Files" menu, in the "Recent Subtitles" list, and through Windows system features like Jump Lists.

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Preferences (F2)

If you want to keep KMPlayer from ever recording your files again: In the menu, look for General > Playback .

  1. Open KMPlayer. Launch the application as you normally would.
  2. Locate the "Recent Files" Menu. Look at the top-left corner of the main window. You should see a menu with icons or text: Playback (which may show a list) or a dedicated Recent Files option.
    1. Open KMPlayer.
    2. Right-click anywhere on the playback screen to open the context menu.
    3. Hover over Recent Files (or Playlist > Recent Files on some versions).
    4. At the bottom of the recent files list, click Remove Recent File List or Clear Recent File List.
    5. Confirm the popup (if prompted).

    Registry method (advanced, Windows)

    Step-by-step instructions:

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    The Quick Menu

    : Right-click anywhere on the player interface, hover over Open , then Recent Files , and select Clear History .