Fastest Way to Delete Node Modules Like a Pro 😎

Do you think is Black Hole or a Neutron Star is the heaviest object in the universe? No, you are wrong. It's the Node Modules 😂. And when it comes to deleting them, It's the real pain 😢. But don't worry, I have a solution for you.

Method 1: Using npkill

npkill is a tool that helps you to find and remove node_modules folders from your computer. It works with macOS, Linux, and Windows.

1. Install npkill globally using npm.

npm install -g npkill

2. Go to the folder where you want to delete the node_modules folder and run npkill in your terminal.

npkill

3. Select the folders you want to delete and press enter.
4. Move between the listed folders with ↓ ↑, and use Space to confirm the deletion.
5. Done! 🎉
6. You can also use npkill with npx without installing it globally.

npx npkill

Method 2: Using rimraf

rimraf is a Node.js module that is used to delete files and folders. It is a cross-platform tool that runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

1. Install rimraf globally using npm.

npm install -g rimraf

2. Go to the folder where you want to delete the node_modules folder and run npkill in your terminal.

rimraf node_modules

3. Done! 🎉
4. You can also use rimraf with npx without installing it globally.

npx rimraf node_modules