Disk Management in Windows - Microsoft Support
To create a partition or volume (the two terms are often used interchangeably) on a hard disk, you must be logged in as an administrator, and there must be either unallocated disk space or free space within an extended partition on the hard disk.
How to run Control Panel tools by typing a command
To run a Control Panel tool in Windows, type the appropriate command in the Open box or at a command prompt. NOTE: If you want to run a command from a command prompt, you must do so from the Windows folder.
Repair apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
This article explains how to repair apps and programs in Windows 11 and use Settings to fix common app issues without reinstalling. You can repair some apps and programs if they're not running correctly. Note that you won't see repair, change, or modify options for all apps and programs. Repair options from the Settings page.
System Configuration Tools in Windows - Microsoft Support
Windows provides a variety of configuration tools tailored to meet the needs of different users. These built-in tools facilitate your device's customization and monitoring, allowing you to change Windows' configuration to suit your preferences and requirements with precision.
Defragment / optimize your data drives in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use Manage and Optimize Drives to keep your disk and data drives defragmented and at top performance in Windows.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed ...
If you can’t install, uninstall, or update a desktop program in Windows 10, the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter can automatically fix common issues such as corrupted registry keys or incomplete uninstall data.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.
Potentially unwanted apps are blocked by default - Microsoft Support
Starting in early August 2021, Microsoft set PUA protection to be on by default to make it easier for you to keep your systems performing at their best. To manage PUA protection on your device, in the Windows Security app, go to App & browser control > Reputation-based protection.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Windows
Microsoft Support: How to re-partition without destroying the data?
However, now Windows Vista/Windows 7 enables you to make some certain degree of adjustments towards current partition sizes. PreparationAn essential requirement of this operation is that your file system must be NTFS. FAT32 file system doesn't work.