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Delete Temporary Files on Windows 11 [How to]
You can do that right from the Settings app
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Updated onAugust 12, 2024
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Resolve multiple Windows PC issues and speed up your PC effortlessly with specialized software.
Temporary files can slow down your PC, therefore it’s crucial to know how to delete temporary files on Windows 11, and this guide will show you the right way to do that.
How can I delete temporary files in Windows 11?
1. Use the Settings menu
To delete temp files, you must have administrator access or else, you’ll get thefolder access deniedmessage.
2. Try Disk Cleanup
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Press theWindowskey on your keyboard.
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TypeDisk Cleanupin the search box that opens, and click on the result to open the app.
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Checkmark the files you want to delete, then click onOK.
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After, click on theClean up system filesbutton.
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Select the files you want to delete, then click onOK.
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To confirm the changes, click on theDelete Filesbutton.
Disk Cleanupis a free disk cleaner that’s built into Windows 11, but if you want something more advanced, you can also try usingautomatic repair and optimization software.
3. Delete files from Temp Folder
This is one of the fastest ways to perform a junk files cleanup, so don’t hesitate to try it.
4. Automatically clear Temporary Files with Storage Sense
Afterenabling Storage Sense in Windows 11and configuration, your temporary files will be automatically cleaned on your system as per the set schedule.
Is it safe to delete temp files in Windows 11?
Yes, it’s perfectly safe to delete temp files in Windows 11. These files are usually used during setup or as cache, so removing them won’t cause any issues on your PC.
If you encounter any problems, we have a guide on what to do iftemporary files aren’t deleting, so be sure to check it out.
For any additional questions or thoughts, do not hesitate to leave a comment in the section below.
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