how do completly erase a ipod

Howdy 1961suzyq,

Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities.

I see from your post that you'd like to completely delete all of the content on your iPod shuffle by restoring it to the factory settings. For assistance with restoring your iPod shuffle please follow the steps below.

Restore your device

1. Connect your device to your computer using the cable that came with it.
2. Select your iPhone, iPad, or iPod when it appears in iTunes.
3. In the Summary panel, click Restore.

   

4. Click Restore again to confirm that you want to restore your device to factory settings and delete all data and content. iTunes will download the device software file and restore your device.

   

Use iTunes to restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

Have a good one.