🧹 1. Use Storage Sense

Automatically delete temporary files, recycle bin contents, and items in your Downloads folder.

  • Go to Start > Settings > System > Storage
  • Turn on Storage Sense
  • Customize cleanup frequency and file types

📎 Microsoft’s guide


🧼 2. Run Cleanup Recommendations

Windows will suggest files you can safely delete.

  • Go to Start > Settings > System > Storage > Cleanup recommendations
  • Select categories like Temporary files, Cloud-synced files, or Unused apps
  • Click Clean up for each section


🧰 3. Use Disk Cleanup Tool

A classic utility that removes system files and temporary data.

  • Search for Disk Cleanup in the Start menu
  • Select your drive (usually C:)
  • Choose file types to delete (e.g., system cache, thumbnails, logs)


📤 4. Move Files to External Storage

Free up space by transferring large files to a USB drive or external hard disk.

  • Open File Explorer
  • Select files > Right-click > Cut
  • Paste them into your external drive