# Remove a Precedence Unit

When you no longer need a precedence unit, it may be removed using the Admin Tool.

Note: When removing a precedence unit, the folder, files within it, and all system links to that precedence unit and content are deleted.

1. Select the Precedence unit to remove.
2. Right-click and select Remove Precedence Unit.
   The precedence unit will be removed from the Admin Tool precedence view.
3. Select File>Save to commit the changes.
   The Organizations.xml file will be updated and the precedence unit folder will be removed.
4. Select File>Save to save your changes.

Parent topic: Working with Precedence Units