01Using Disk Cleanup

  • Disk Cleanup is a built-in utility in Windows that allows you to easily delete temporary files.
  • To use Disk Cleanup, follow these steps:
  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type 'cleanmgr' and press Enter.
  • Select the drive you want to clean up (usually the C: drive) and click OK.
  • Disk Cleanup will calculate how much space can be freed up.
  • Select the types of files you want to delete, such as Temporary files, and click OK.
  • Click Delete Files to confirm the deletion of the selected files.
  • Disk Cleanup will now delete the temporary files from your Windows computer.

02Manually deleting temporary files

  • If you prefer to manually delete temporary files, you can do so by following these steps:
  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type '%temp%' and press Enter. This will open the temporary files folder.
  • Select all the files and folders in the temporary files folder by pressing Ctrl + A.
  • Press Shift + Delete to permanently delete the selected files and folders.
  • Click Yes to confirm the deletion.
  • Note: Be cautious when manually deleting temporary files, as some files may be in use by running programs. Deleting these files may cause the program to malfunction.
  • By following these steps, you can manually delete temporary files from your Windows computer.

Conclusion

Deleting temporary files on Windows is a simple and effective way to free up storage space and optimize system performance. Whether you choose to use the built-in Disk Cleanup utility or manually delete the files, taking the time to regularly remove temporary files can help ensure smooth operation of your computer.

MethodsDetails
Step 1Use Disk Cleanup utility to delete temporary files.
Step 2Manually delete temporary files from the '%temp%' folder.
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