Delete a skill type

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Once you have created a skill type you may later want to delete it. This can be done by following these steps:

  1. Go to Quick-access menu > Skills > Manage types.

  2. Click the cross icon ( ) in the Actions column for the skill type you wish to delete.

    Skill types table listing type names, ID numbers, skill counts, and action options.

  3. Read the warning message, then click Continue to confirm the deletion.

    Confirmation dialog asking whether to proceed with deleting the selected skill type.

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