Disk Cleanup is a built-in utility in Windows that allows you to free up space on your hard drive by removing unnecessary files. Here's how you can use Disk Cleanup on Windows 10:
1. Open Disk Cleanup:
- Press the Windows key + S to open the search bar.
- Type "Disk Cleanup" and select the matching result from the search.
2. Select the Drive:
- The Disk Cleanup utility will prompt you to select a drive. Choose the drive you want to clean up (usually the C: drive) and click "OK."
3. Disk Cleanup Options:
- The utility will take a few moments to calculate how much space you can free up. Once it's done, a Disk Cleanup dialog box will appear with a list of files you can delete.
- You'll see checkboxes next to various file types, including temporary files, system files, and more.
4. Choose File Types to Clean:
- Review the list and select the types of files you want to delete. If you're unsure, you can usually select the default options, including "Temporary files," "Recycle Bin," and "System created Windows Error Reporting."
5. Start Cleanup:
- Once you've selected the desired file types, click the "OK" button.
6. Confirmation:
- A confirmation dialog box will appear, asking if you're sure you want to permanently delete these files. Click "Delete Files."
7. Wait for Cleanup to Complete:
- Disk Cleanup will start removing the selected files, and you'll see a progress window. This may take some time depending on the amount of data to be cleaned.
8. Completion:
- Once the cleanup is complete, you'll see a summary of the space you've freed up.
Disk Cleanup helps remove temporary files, system cache, and unnecessary files, which can improve your computer's performance and free up storage space. It's a good practice to run Disk Cleanup regularly to keep your system optimized.
