Use Delete to remove the currently selected object(s) from the design.
To delete commands, use the left and right arrow keys on the keyboard to step through all the objects in sequence until the desired command is selected. Alternatively, select the desired command using the FilmStrip.
Shortcuts
Home Tab:
Keys: Del; Alt, H, DE; Right-click FilmStrip, D
Delete an Object
Click the desired object in the work area or FilmStrip, or click near it and use the left and right arrow keys on the keyboard until it is selected.
In the Home tab, click the Delete icon
(or press Delete on the keyboard) and the object is deleted. If a gap is left by the deleted object, a movement stitch will be inserted.