# Deleting a file or a directory

To delete, update, hide or show a file or directory, use the options in the right hand column of the documents listing:

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*Illustration: Documents - Options*

As you will realize yourself, the icons vary depending on the document type. HTML documents offer more possibilities.

The magic wand icon allows you to use the selected document as a template to create other documents. It thus becomes very easy to ensure a consistent visual style for all documents in the same course.

The PDF icon allows you to export the document in a PDF format. This can be particularly useful if you wish to read your course in the train or the plane, where you don't have access to your e-learning platform.