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How to Enable or Disable Storage Sense on Windows 11
Hit the storage jackpot with Storage Sense
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Updated onAugust 9, 2024
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Windows users can enable Storage Sense to automatically free up storage when the system runs low on disk space by removing these files.
With every newer version of Windows, the system seems to be getting new features and becoming faster. This can make your PC run a little slow if older and unused files pile up. However, with this built-in feature, this can be a thing of the past.
Benefits of using Storage Sense:
How do I enable or disable Storage Sense in Windows 11?
To disable Storage Sense, simply toggle off the feature in step 3.
If you want to prevent the deleted data from being recovered,wipe free space on the disk.
What are the pros and cons of Storage Sense on Windows 11?
How can I troubleshoot possible issues with enabling/disabling Storage Sense in Windows 11?
And that brings us to the end of this article. It’s easy to enable Storage Sense on Windows to free up space on your computer or device. Of course, this information could also be used by someone who wants to disable the feature altogether for whatever reason.
Regardless, the process is simple. You can also tailor the storage settings to help clean up your hard drive any way you want, based on your personal preferences and needs.
Should it fail to meet your expectations, you can findother ways to free up space on your Windows devicelikedownloading WinDirStat.
Storage Sense is a great feature if you want toclean the C drive without formatting on Windows 11, so don’t
Do you prefer the Storage Sense feature on or off? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
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