How to Use Windows Disk Cleanup to Free Up Space and Improve Performance
The built-in Disk Cleanup tool in Microsoft Windows helps you reclaim valuable disk space by removing unnecessary files, freeing up storage, and improving overall system performance. This guide will walk you through the steps of using Disk Cleanup effectively.
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Open Disk Cleanup
Open the Windows menu and type 'disk cleanup' to access the program.
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Select items to clean
Select the items you wish you clean from your computer. Then click the "Clean up system files" button.
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Select system items to clean
Select from the additional system items available to clean.
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Start Cleaning
Press "Ok" to start the cleaning process. When completed, the window will automatically close.
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Additional Options
Advanced users may decide to remove 'shadow copies and restore points' to free up additional space. However, removing restore points is typically not recommended. In the event of a system failure, restore points are used to restore Microsoft Windows to a working state.