A full drive slows everything down and blocks Windows updates. Reclaim space quickly and safely with these steps.
1
Run Storage Sense
Settings → System → Storage. Windows shows what's using space and can auto-clean temporary files.
Settings → System → Storage. Windows shows what's using space and can auto-clean temporary files.
2
Empty the Recycle Bin
Deleted files sit here taking up space until you empty it.
Deleted files sit here taking up space until you empty it.
3
Clear temporary files
In Storage → Temporary files, tick the boxes and remove. This is safe and often frees several GB.
In Storage → Temporary files, tick the boxes and remove. This is safe and often frees several GB.
4
Uninstall unused apps
Settings → Apps → Installed apps → sort by size and remove what you don't use.
Settings → Apps → Installed apps → sort by size and remove what you don't use.
5
Move photos and videos to the cloud
OneDrive, Google Photos, or an external drive free up large amounts of local space.
OneDrive, Google Photos, or an external drive free up large amounts of local space.
6
Find large files
Use Storage → the breakdown to locate oversized files and folders you can archive or delete.
Use Storage → the breakdown to locate oversized files and folders you can archive or delete.
Tip: Keep at least 10–15% of your drive free for smooth performance and reliable Windows updates.
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