How to Clean Hard Drive Windows 10?
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To delete temporary files using Disk Cleanup on Windows 10, use these steps:

  • Open Start.
  • Search for Disk Cleanup and select the top result to open the experience.
  • Use the “Drives” drop-down menu and select the (C:) drive.
  • Click the OK button.
  • Click the Cleanup system files button.

How do I wipe a hard drive Windows 10?

Windows 10 has a built-in method for wiping your PC and restoring it to an ‘as new’ state. You can choose to preserve just your personal files or to erase everything, depending on what you need. Go to Start > Settings > Update & security > Recovery, click Get started and select the appropriate option.

What is taking up space on my hard drive Windows 10?

Free up drive space in Windows 10

  1. Select the Start button, and then select Settings > System > Storage .
  2. Under Storage sense, select Free up space now.
  3. Windows will take a few moments to determine what files and apps are taking up the most space on your PC.
  4. Select all the items you want to delete, and then select Remove files.
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