Best way to free up space on c drive without losing data?

Here are a few suggestions for freeing up space on C drive without losing data:

1. Remove Temporary Files: Open the File Explorer and navigate to This PC, right-click on C: and select Properties. Click on Disk Cleanup to open the disk cleanup tool. This tool can help remove temporary files, system files, and other items that you might not need.

2. Delete Unnecessary Files and Folders: Check your C: drive for any unnecessary files and folders. You can use the File Explorer to navigate through your files and delete any unnecessary items.

3. Uninstall Unused Apps: Open the Settings app, select Apps, and then click on Installed apps. Look for any apps that you no longer use and uninstall them.

4. Shift to External Storage: If you have any external storage devices, such as a USB drive, you can shift some of your data to that device to free up space on C drive without losing data.

5. Manage Windows Update Files:

Sometimes, Windows keeps old update files that are no longer needed.

Steps:

 Open Command Prompt as administrator:

 Press Windows + X and select Command Prompt (Admin).

 Type:

Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /StartComponentCleanup

 Press Enter.

 Wait for the process to complete.