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Clearing AutoComplete Entries

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by kwg 1 view

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I've been asked by a client to find out if it's possible to clear out the entries on his AutoComplete list. I can find NOTHING about this anywhere.

Does anyone have any information that can help?

Thanks,
Kevin

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by sgt_shultz

For Internet Explorer, pick Tools/Content/AutoComplete/click Clear Forms and Clear Passwords. "To clear Web Addresses, click on the General tab in Internet Options, pick Clear History"
I suppose the client uses netscape? eudora?
does this help?

by charles_j_smith

Assuming you use IE, the instructions above are valid. If you wish to ensure that the entries are gone, then you can double check them in the registry via this registry key:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InternetExplorer\IntelliForms\SPW

you can export them before deleting in case this person changes their mind...

Chuck

by thechas

In addition to the above, make sure to wipe out the cookies, as some websites use the data in their cookie file for some auto-completion duties.

Chas

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