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How to free or clean up disk space on windows 10?
My primary drive (C:) is running very low on space, which is causing slowdowns. I've already deleted my own personal files that I don't need. I'm familiar with the basic "Disk Cleanup" tool and have ...
You need to know what is taking up space before you can clean it effectively. Finding and deleting large files is one of the most effective ways to clean and free up disk space on Windows 10.
- Go to Settings > System > Storage.
- Click on your main drive (e.g., C:). Windows will analyze your disk and show a breakdown by category (Apps & features, Documents, Pictures, etc.).
- Click on each category to see what's inside and delete files directly.
- Temporary Files: A great shortcut to the Disk Cleanup interface.
- Apps & games: Takes you to the uninstall screen.
Other: This often contains large files that don't fit other categories. Check this one carefully.
For a more powerful analysis, use a free tool like WinDirStat or TreeSize Free. These tools visually show you which folders and files are the largest on your drive, making it easy to find and delete bloated folders (like old game mods, downloaded ISO files, or forgotten video projects).