Disk cleanup in Windows 10

  • To delete temporary files:

    • Search for Disk cleanup from the taskbar and select it from the list of results.

    • Under Files to delete, select the file types to get rid of. To get a description of the file type, select it.

    • Select OK.

  • If you need to free up more space, you can also delete system files:

    • In Disk cleanup, select Clean up system files.

    • Select the file types to get rid of. To get a description of the file type, select it.

    • Select OK.

  • For more on freeing up space on your PC, see Free up drive space in Windows 10.