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How can I do a disk cleanup on Windows 11?
Hi everyone, I'm new to Windows 11 and my computer is running low on disk space. I've heard about disk cleanup but I'm not entirely sure how to do it correctly or safely. Could someone please provid...
Using Storage Sense is a great complementary step when doing a disk cleanup Windows 11. It automates the process of freeing up space by deleting unnecessary files regularly, so you don’t have to do manual cleanup as often.
How Storage Sense Works:
* It automatically deletes temporary files, items in the Recycle Bin, and files in the Downloads folder after a specified period.
* You can customize its settings to suit your needs.
Should You Use Storage Sense When Doing Disk Cleanup Windows 11?
Yes! Running Storage Sense can help keep your drive clean in the background after you've done a manual cleanup.
Best Practice: Enable Storage Sense before or after your manual cleanup to maintain ongoing free space.