Why Is Pagefile So Big Windows 10?
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How do I reduce page file size in Windows 10?

Windows 10

  1. Press the Windows key.
  2. Type “SystemPropertiesAdvanced”. ( …
  3. Click on “Run as administrator.” …
  4. Click on “Settings..” You’ll see the performance options tab.
  5. Select the “Advanced” tab. …
  6. Select “Change…”. …
  7. Make sure the checkbox “Automatically managing paging file size for all drives” is not checked, as shown above.

Why is my pagefile sys so huge?

One of the biggest culprits is the pagefile. sys file, which can soon get out of hand. This file is where your virtual memory resides. This is disk space that subs in for main system RAM when you run out of that: real memory is temporarily backed up to your hard disk.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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