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What is the best way to remove junk files on windows 10?
Hello, I'm not very experienced with this and could use some community advice. My Windows 10 PC is running slow and I'm told cleaning junk files might help. I'm nervous about using random PC cleaner...
Using Storage Settings for more control is a great, free, and safe way to manage and remove junk files on Windows 10. It provides a user-friendly interface and allows you to customize what gets cleaned, giving you more control over the process without risking your system.
How to Use Storage Settings for Removing Junk Files Windows 10
- Open Settings
Press Windows + I to open the Settings app. - Navigate to Storage Settings
Click on System.
Select Storage from the left sidebar. - Enable Storage Sense (Optional but recommended for automation)
Toggle Storage Sense to On.
Click on Configure Storage Sense or run it now for more options. - Configure Storage Sense
Here, you can set how often Storage Sense runs:
Never
During low free disk space
Daily, Weekly, Monthly
You can also specify what files to delete automatically:
Temporary files
Files in Recycle Bin
Files in Downloads folder (if you choose) - Run Storage Sense Manually
Scroll down and click Run Storage Sense now.
Windows will scan and clean temporary files, Recycle Bin, and Downloads folder based on your settings.