How to quickly find and delete large files on windows 11

Using File Explorer's Search feature to find and delete large files on Windows 11 is an effective method.

Here's how you can do it:

1. Open File Explorer:
Click on the folder icon on the taskbar or press Win + E.
2. Navigate to the Drive or Folder:
Go to the drive (e.g., C:) or specific folder where you want to search for large files.
3. Use the Search Box:
Click on the search box in the top right corner of File Explorer.
4. Search for Large Files:
Type the following search query to find files larger than a certain size (e.g., 100 MB):

size:>100MB

You can adjust the size as needed (e.g., size:>1GB for files larger than 1 GB).
5. Sort the Results:
Once the search results appear, click on the "Size" column header to sort files by size, with the largest files at the top.
6. Review and Delete:
Carefully review the files to ensure they are safe to delete.
Select the files and press Delete, or right-click and choose "Delete."

Tips for Effective find and delete large files on Windows 11:

* Use the "This PC" view to search across all drives.
* Combine size search with date filters to find old large files.
* Be cautious when deleting system or program files to avoid issues.