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Running out of hard drive space can slow down your computer and disrupt your work. This guide will walk you through 6 practical fixes to tackle low hard drive space and free up storage quickly.

Steps to Take

Delete Unnecessary Files

Go through your downloads and desktop folders to remove files you no longer need.

Unused Applications

Check your list of installed programs and uninstall anything you haven’t used in a while.

Clear Temporary Files

Use the built-in Disk Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and system cache.

Move Files to Cloud Storage

Transfer large files, such as photos and videos, to cloud storage services like OneDrive or Google Drive.

Empty Recycle Bin

Make sure you permanently delete files from the Recycle Bin to free up space.

External HDD

Consider adding an external hard drive for additional storage if space issues persist.

Following these steps can increase free space and solve low hard drive space issues..

External Resources

If you would like more help for computer freezes, take a look at the resources below. Please note that these websites were available at the time of publishing but may have since moved. Please let us know if any of the links do not work.

• What to do if your SSD is full by Kingston
  • Provides practical solutions for managing space on SSDs, including identifying and removing large files.
• How to Free up Disk Space on Your Windows Personal Computer from Dell Technologies
  • Explains how to identify what’s taking up space and effectively clean up your disk.