How to clean the C drive on Windows?
To clear the C drive, you can try the following methods:
- Utilize disk cleaning tool: Windows system comes with a disk cleaning tool that can assist you in deleting unnecessary temporary files, log files, recycle bin junk, etc. Simply press Win + R keys, enter cleanmgr, press Enter, choose the items you want to clean, and click OK to start cleaning.
- Remove unnecessary files and folders: You can manually delete some files and folders that are no longer needed, such as downloaded temporary files, useless installation packages, and unused programs. You can locate these files and folders using Windows File Explorer and right-click to delete them.
- Uninstall unused programs: Open Control Panel, click on “Programs” or “Programs and Features”, locate the unused programs, select uninstall to remove them. This will help free up some space on your C drive.
- Move files to another disk: If your C drive is running out of space, you can consider moving some large files or folders to another disk, such as the D drive or an external hard drive. You can move files to another disk by using either copy and paste or cut and paste method.
- Empty the recycle bin: Open the recycle bin, click on “Empty recycle bin” to permanently delete deleted files and free up disk space.
- Clearing browser cache: When using a web browser, temporary files are stored in the cache. You can free up disk space by clearing the cache through the browser’s settings or options.
Before clearing the C drive, it is recommended that you back up important files to prevent accidental deletion or data loss.
