Delete Temporary Files From Your Windows 10 PC

Temporary Files

To delete temporary files on Windows 10, you can use the built-in Disk Cleanup utility. This tool helps you free up space on your hard drive by removing unnecessary files, including temporary files. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Open Disk Cleanup:
   • Press the Windows key on your keyboard or click on the Start button in the taskbar.
   • Type “Disk Cleanup” and select the corresponding result.
2. Select the Drive:
   • The Disk Cleanup utility will prompt you to select a drive. Choose the drive where you want to clean up temporary files (usually the C: drive).
3. Disk Cleanup Options:
   • Disk Cleanup will calculate how much space you can free up. Once the calculation is complete, a dialog box will appear.
   • Check the boxes next to the types of files you want to delete. Temporary files are included in the list
4. Clean up System Files:
   • To clean up system files, click on the “Clean up system files” button. This will re-run Disk Cleanup with additional options, including system files.
5. Select Additional File Types:
   • After the recalculation, check the boxes for additional file types you want to delete. Temporary files are usually included in this list as well.
6. Start Cleanup:
   • Click the “OK” button. A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to permanently delete these files. Click “Delete Files” to proceed.
7. Wait for Cleanup to Complete:
   • The cleanup process may take some time depending on the amount of data to be deleted. Once it’s done, you’ll have more free space on your hard drive.

Alternatively, you can use the Storage Settings to manage temporary files:

1. Press Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
2. Go to “System” and then select “Storage.”
3. Under “Storage,” click on “Temporary files.”
4. Check the boxes next to the types of temporary files you want to delete.
5. Click on the “Remove files” button.