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How to fix Windows 11 system using too much data
Noticed that free space on the main drive has been shrinking steadily ever since upgrading to Windows 11, even without installing anything new. Started with a decent amount of breathing room but now ...
Disk Cleanup can release massive storage space and help ease Windows 11 system using too much data caused by redundant residual files.
How to Fix Windows 11 system using too much data
1. Type Disk Cleanup in the Start menu search bar.
2. Select Local Disk C:, then click OK.
3. Click Clean up system files; this step is crucial.
4. Check the following items in the list:
- Temporary files
- Recycle Bin
- Delivery Optimization files
- Windows Update cleanup
- Previous Windows installations
5. Confirm and select Delete files to complete the cleanup.
You can easily use the built-in software to reclaim several gigabytes of unused space, which is a quick and reliable solution to the problems of bloated storage and unnecessary background data usage in Windows 11.
Pros
- Effectively cleans up large amounts of outdated system junk
Cons
- Cannot remove deeply hidden cached residues
- Cannot thoroughly optimize background data usage