Best Answer: How Do I Clean up the Installer Folder in Windows 7?
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Run Disk Cleanup (e.g. by typing “clean” in the Windows start screen and selecting “Free up disk space by deleting unnecessary files”). Select the drive to be cleaned. Click on “Clean up system files” (and enter credentials if required). Select the drive to be cleaned.

Can I delete Installer folder in Windows 7?

The C:WindowsInstaller folder contains Windows installer cache, it’s used to store important files for applications installed using the Windows Installer technology and should not be deleted. … No, You can’t just delete everything in the WinSxS folder.

Can I delete C : Windows installer?

A: No! The C:WindowsInstaller folder is used by the OS and should never be changed directly. If you want to remove applications, use the Control Panel Programs and Features to uninstall them. It is also possible to run Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr.exe) in elevated mode to help free up space.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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