Learn how to delete temporary and system files to free up disk space on your PC. Follow the steps to run Disk Cleanup and select the file types to get rid of.

Learn how to clear temporary files, delete personal files, and optimize Windows updates to free up disk space on your PC. Find out how much space you need for different Windows versions and features.

Learn how to use Disk Cleanup and other tools to clear up space on your Windows PC. Find out how to uninstall apps, archive or delete files, reduce the size of the WinSxS folder, and more.

Learn how to delete files, move files, and use Storage Sense to free up storage on your Windows device. Find more tips, training, and security resources from Microsoft.

Learn how to use the cleanmgr.exe command to run the Disk Cleanup tool and specify the hard disk to be cleaned. Follow the steps and replace the placeholder Drive with the drive letter of your choice.

If you need help freeing up space on your PC, see Disk cleanup in Windows or Free up drive space in Windows. Disk Management in Windows helps you perform advanced storage tasks like initializing a new drive and extending or shrinking volumes.

If a disk that you're expecting to see under Current status is not showing up there, it might be because it contains an error. Try to repair the disk first, then return to Disk Defragmenter to try again. Learn how defragmentation can reduce computer performance and what to do about it.

Get the latest Windows update. Learn how to free up space for Windows update including deleting nonessential files, using an external hard drive, and updating your hard drive.

Windows 11 Windows 10. Storage Sense can automatically free up drive space for you by getting rid of items that you don't need, like temporary files and items in your Recycle Bin. Here’s more info on how it works and how to set it up to meet your needs.

Free up drive space in Windows. If your Windows device is running low on storage, here are a few ways to free up some drive space. Select Start > Settings > System > Storage . Turn on Storage Sense to have Windows delete unnecessary files automatically.