Why is my C: Drive space constantly changing without new downloads?

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Asked By CuriousCat87 On

I've noticed that the space on my C: Drive is fluctuating a lot—sometimes it shows 9 GB left, then drops to 5 GB, and even goes below 1 GB at times. I've already scanned for malware and used the disk cleanup tool multiple times. Does anyone have suggestions on how to fix this issue?

2 Answers

Answered By TechGuru42 On

It sounds like your swap space could be affecting your storage. If you're using 8 GB of RAM, Windows might be utilizing virtual memory which can cause the drive space to change. You might want to check your virtual memory settings. Reducing it could help stabilize your storage situation.

Answered By DiskDoctor99 On

Since you've scanned for malware and cleaned up files, check for system restore points or shadow copies taking up space. Those can sometimes consume a lot of space silently. Consider adjusting the space allocated for them or deleting older backups.

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