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Clean C Drive in Windows 11 Without Formatting [How to]
The built-in tools can help you clean your C drive
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Published onAugust 9, 2024
published onAugust 9, 2024
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Keeping your C drive clutter-free is essential for maintaining optimal performance on your Windows 11 system. If you’re wondering how to clean your C drive without formatting it, you’re in the right place. Here are some practical solutions to help you free up space and keep your system running smoothly.
How do I clean the C drive in Windows 11 without formatting?
Before using more complex methods, try clearing the browser cache in all browsers that you use to free up some space. Also,empty your Recycle Binto remove deleted files.
1. Run Disk Cleanup
For more information, check our guide on how to use theDisk Cleanup tool.
2. Use Storage Sense
To learn more about this feature, don’t miss our guide on how toenable Storage Sense.
3. Uninstall unnecessary applications
4. Delete large files
Keep in mind that not all files are safe to delete, so delete only ones that you know what they do. There are other methods tofind large files on Windows 11, so don’t hesitate to try them.
5. Move installed applications to another drive
Moving apps to another drive can free up space on your C drive while keeping your applications intact.
By following these methods, you can efficiently clean your C drive in Windows 11 without formatting it.
More about the topics:storage,Windows 11 guides
Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
