How to Reclaim Disk Space After a Windows 11 Upgrade – Guide
Microsoft has made it easier for regular consumers to upgrade to Windows 11 with just a few clicks. However, this could lead to clogged and problematic experiences due to the transfer of junk and temporary files from Windows 10. To ensure a smooth transition, users should use our hands-on approach to erase all remaining Windows 10 files after upgrading.
How to free up space after Windows 11 using Disk Cleanup
You can free up space after installing Windows 11 by using the Settings app or the legacy Disk Cleanup tool. To use Disk Cleanup, follow these steps:
Open Disk Cleanup by searching for it and clicking the top result.
Users can quickly and easily clean their system files by clicking the “Clean System Files” button.
System files can be cleared up with a few simple steps. By running disk cleanup, users can delete temporary files and other items that are no longer needed, freeing up space on their computer. Additionally, users can uninstall programs they no longer need to further reduce clutter on their system. Taking these steps will help keep a computer running smoothly and efficiently.
When reinstalling Windows, make sure to select the “Previous installation(s) of Windows” option.
Microsoft has announced that users of Windows 10 can now delete previous Windows setup files using the Disk Cleanup tool. This will free up disk space and help improve system performance.
For those looking to free up some extra space on their computer, consider deleting temporary files such as Delivery Optimization Files and Windows Update Log Files. Doing so can help reclaim valuable storage.
To prevent the loss of downloaded files, make sure to uncheck the Downloads option in the “Downloads” folder.
Users should click the OK button to confirm their action.
The folder containing the old installation files has been removed from your computer, freeing up space in the main unit.
Windows 11 will automatically delete files from the previous set up after 10 days, making it impossible to revert back without a clean install.
Final note
If you’ve recently upgraded to Windows 11 and need help reclaiming disk space, this guide can help. Have questions? Reach out to us. And don’t forget to share the love by passing it along to your friends.
