Deleting a snapshot for VMware

Last Updated : Jun 10, 2026 |
Note:

Differences exist between the vSphere Web Client versions. Modify the steps accordingly.

Before you begin

Verify the required privilege Virtual machine.State.Remove snapshot is available on the virtual machine.

Procedure

  1. To open the Snapshot Manager using the vSphere Web Client:
    1. Search for a virtual machine.
    2. Select the virtual machine from the search results list.
    3. Right-click the virtual machine and select Snapshot > Snapshot Manager.
  2. In the Snapshot Manager, click a snapshot that you want to delete.
  3. Select Delete from Disk.
  4. When the Snapshot Manager displays a dialog box for confirmation, click Yes.
  5. Click Close to close the Snapshot Manager.