How to Delete Parallels VM

Are you looking for ways to delete your Parallels VM? Before proceeding, it's essential to ensure that the virtual machine is not registered in Parallels Desktop and none of its files are being used by other virtual machines.

To start, locate the folder where your virtual machine files are stored by default. This is typically found at `//Documents/Parallels/`. If you have virtual machines that are not registered in Parallels Desktop but their files are still on your Mac, you can permanently delete them by removing these unnecessary files.

While it's strongly recommended to use the Delete Virtual Machine Assistant for deleting your virtual machines, you may also choose to do so manually. However, keep in mind that if there are other files in the home folder, it will not be deleted.

To successfully delete a virtual machine, all selected components or all selected components except the home folder (if chosen for deletion) must be removed. If the operation is successful, you'll see the 'Deletion Succeeded' window appear.

The Delete Virtual Machine Assistant can remove the following files by default:

* Configuration file

* Virtual hard disk

* Output files of serial and parallel ports

* Home folder

To delete a virtual machine using this assistant or manually, follow these steps:

1. Open Parallels Desktop.

2. Click on 'Actions' in the top menu bar and select 'Delete Virtual Machine'.

3. Select the virtual machine you want to delete from the list.

4. The Delete Virtual Machine Assistant window will appear.

5. If you want to clear all items in the list of files related to the virtual machine at once, click the 'Clear All' button displayed below the list. To select all items, click the 'Select All' button instead.

6. Note that the virtual hard disk is not selected by default as it may be used by other virtual machines. If you want to delete it too, select it in the list.

7. The assistant will find all files related to the virtual machine and display them in the Files Selection dialog.

8. Select the 'Delete' option and click 'Continue'.

9. You can choose to always skip the introduction window next time by selecting the 'Always skip introduction' option.

Remember that if you're deleting an open virtual machine, it must meet certain requirements: the folder where its files are stored, output files of serial and parallel ports (if any), and more.

By following these steps, you can successfully delete your Parallels VM.

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