How do I install a Quick Action?

After purchase, download the file from Gumroad and double-click it. macOS will guide you through installation.

Yes. Each helper is built as a Shortcuts-based Quick Action for modern versions of macOS.

Does it remove folders that only contain hidden files?

Only when a folder has no visible items and its hidden items are limited to .DS_Store or .localized. If any other hidden file exists, the folder is not deleted.

Which folders are protected?

The Quick Action skips critical system folders and .app packages by default for safety.

Can I recover a folder if I make a mistake?

Yes. Items are moved to Trash, so you can restore them if needed.

Move Empty Folders to Trash on macOS

Overview

A safe, Finder-native cleanup helper for finished projects.

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Preview

Clean up any folder on your Mac by instantly finding and trashing all empty subfolders within it. A safe, targeted, and satisfyingly tidy Quick Action.

What it does

Right-click any folder to clean out empty subfolders.
Moves items to Trash so mistakes are recoverable.
Ignores critical system folders and .app packages.
Deletes only when hidden items are limited to .DS_Store or .localized.

Best for

Cleaning project folders after delivery.
Tidying Downloads or shared folders in seconds.
Removing empty folders buried deep in a tree.

Requirements

macOS (Finder Quick Actions)
Shortcuts app

Move Empty Folders to Trash (macOS Quick Action)