Delete key not working using emacs in Mac Terminal

Question

I'm new in emacs. I want to code with it but it arose my first problem is that my delete key is not working (imagine coding without using this key). When I type appear the following message: "C-h (Type ? for further options)-". What can I do to set the delete key?

I'm working in a mac Terminal. I'll appreciate your help!

Answer 1

Add the line: (keyboard-translate ?\C-h ?\C-?) to your .emacs file in your home folder.

Answer 2

I'd answer the same as for:

Can't map Ctrl + minus in Emacs in Mac OS X

And just to add, when you're new with emacs, and something doesn't work and you think it should, try launching it with emacs -q. This way it doesn't load any custom code.