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If your computer desktop looks a bit chaotic and you are looking at the recession of some performance, it can be a cleaning time. The best way to run things smoothly is that you are running the most updated version of Windows (you will wonder how many people have many updates). But if you are up-to-date, there are other things that you can do to customize.
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Windows has some useful utilities that can free some space (and they are already on your PC). These utilities have not been motivated to repair mass, but can help run things faster by cutting extra weight.
Regular computer use stored cash files result in results that can be contaminated and chronic, which can lead to operation quirks and slow boot time. Cleaning this cash and other temporary files can improve performance and keep things better. This way.
How to use Windows Cleanup recommendations
Windows 11 can identify large files, unused apps and system files that can be safely removed. This is a good place to start when customizing your disc space. Here is how to access these devices:
1. Start button> click on settings
2. System> storage
3. Scroll down to “Cleanup Recommendations”
This will bring temporary files to your download folder and recycle bin. Powering these files can free many GB disc space. Before you do, make sure you do not need anything in your download folder, as it can contain the required files.
Other recommendations for removal will appear on this screen, including large or unused files, which Windows will bring to your attention.
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Many large files will suggest that there will be video clips or large image files you want to review before removing.
At the bottom, Windows will identify apps that you rarely (or never use) to consider for deletion. If you do not need the app, you can remove it and retrieve the disc space.
How to use Windows disk cleanup utility
The disc cleanup is another utility that is accessible regardless of your Windows version. The easiest way to open it is to search for the “disc cleanup” in the search bar and bring the window up.
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The utility will then identify temporary internet files, setup log files and various cache files that can be safely deleted to retrieve some GB storage spaces (hey, he helps in every little bit). Check the boxes of file types that you are ready to remove and click OK. it’s that easy.
How to clean your PC’s place cache
Some data will be made when your PC sinks to a new location. You can safely clean the cash of your device in Windows to free more space. This way:
1. Hit the start menu and click “Settings”
2. Click “Privacy and Security”
3. Scroll down on the section titled “Location History” and click “Clear”
How to flush DNS cache
If your internet is not the speed of browsing, then what they used to do, one thing that can help to speed up things is a flush of DNS cash. This task is easy to do with a command. This way:
1. Press Windows Key + R to bring the run command window
2. In the run command prompt, type IPconfig/Flushdns And press enter
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Windows require good file management habits to optimize, and it is important to creep monitoring files. These cleanup utilities may look smaller in effect, but they combine to run things smoothly over time.
