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How Can I find and delete temporary files in windows 11?
To safely find and delete temporary files Windows 11 and free up space, you can follow these simple built-in methods:
1. Open Settings:
Click on the Start menu and select Settings or press Windows + I.
2. Navigate to Storage:
In the Settings window, click on System > Storage.
3. Run Storage Cleanup:
Under Storage Management, click on Temporary files.
Windows will scan and list temporary files, including:
Temporary files
Recycle bin
Downloads not used
Previous Windows installations (if any)
4. Select Files to Delete:
Check the boxes for the types of files you want to delete (usually "Temporary files" is safe).
Click Remove files to delete selected files.
Deleting temporary files Windows 11 is generally safe and won't affect your system or personal data. Avoid deleting system files manually outside these methods to prevent issues. Make sure to close all applications before deleting temp files for easier cleanup.