释放Windows 10的磁盘空间的主要技巧|林子超博客

 释放Windows 10的磁盘空间的主要技巧|林子超博客

Top Tips for Freeing Up Disk Space in Windows 10

Now that you can see what is taking up space on your hard disk drive, you can manage your local disk and free up space so that your computer performs better.

Here are 4 easy, actionable things you can do to solve low disk space:

1. Switch on Storage Sense.

If you aren’t proactive about file management, Storage Sense is one of the best things you can do for your computer.

It is a setting that partners with your OneDrive account to automatically move files you aren’t using regularly to your OneDrive Cloud storage. The files remain visible in the locations you expect on your PC but are retrieved from OneDrive, leaving you with more space on your hard drive. 

You’ll find the Storage Sense setting above your local disk information in the Storage window mentioned above.

2. Empty Your Temp Folder.

Your disk can become cluttered with many temporary files that don’t need to remain on your system.

The Temp folder is one of the first places you should look if you’re running low on disk space. Application (.appx) files are a common file type that clogs the temp folder.

3. Run a Reputable Antivirus Software.

A sudden loss of disk space may be because of malware or spyware that has corrupted system files. Act quickly if you suspect that a virus has infected your Windows 10 PC, run Malwarebytes or similar software to clean up your disk. 

4. Delete Files and Apps You Don’t Need

If you have files and apps that you simply aren’t using anymore, there’s no need to keep them on your hard drive. When you review your storage using the steps above, you can delete documents, pictures, and software that are no longer necessary. If you can’t bear to part with them, move them to external storage.

Final Thoughts

It’s really easy to let unnecessary files and folders build up on your hard drive and slow things down. Knowing how to check your hard drive ensures that you can check for files that need to be deleted to maintain maximum disk space.

If you have a OneDrive account, Storage Sense is one of the best ways to keep your disk space optimized at all times without the hassle of checking your files yourself. 

How to See What is Taking Up Space on Your Hard Drive on Windows 10 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

What is Disk Clean-up in Windows 10?

The Disk Clean-up utility (cleanmgr.exe) can be used to quickly free up space on your hard drive. It searches your hard drive to identify redundant files which it can then delete. It is a legacy tool in Widows 10. Disk Clean-up prioritizes temporary web files, set-up log files, and the contents of your recycle bin. 

What is defragmenting your hard drive?

Sometimes file data is broken into fragments to fit on your hard drive. Hard drive defragmentation (also called “defrag” or “fragging”) reorganizes your hard drive data so that all related data pieces are ordered contiguously. Doing this can speed up your computer and improve its performance. 

Why are files hidden on Windows 10?

Windows 10 supports hidden files, with some files and folders being automatically carrying the “hidden” attribute. This is because they are files that are integral to the operating system. You should not change or delete these files if you find them.

What is making my Windows 10 PC so slow?

Aside from running out of space on your hard drive, here are some other causes of a slow PC:

• Not having enough Random Access Memory (RAM) for your system demands
• Running a fragmented hard drive
• Multiple programs running in the background
• Windows updates have been missed
• Old hard drive
• Malware and viruses
• High graphics processing demands (gaming / special effects)

What are my options for external storage?

You can use external storage to offload files and folders from your local disk to create space and improve its performance. Some of the best external storage options for a Windows PC are: 

• Cloud storage: files and data stored securely on servers that are accessed via an internet connection
• USB flash drive: detachable high-speed data storage that uses flash memory (data storage in electrical circuits rather than on a disk)
• Optical media storage: You can use these drives to write and store data on CD-ROMs or DVDs, for compact physical storage

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