I'm currently using a laptop with 57.2 GB total storage, but I've only got around 11.2 GB left since 46 GB is already consumed. Out of this, 18.4 GB is taken by installed applications, and 1.75 GB is marked as 'other', while only 158 MB is from temporary files. I'm a bit puzzled about where the remaining 26 GB has gone, and I'm looking for suggestions on how to clear up more space on my device.
3 Answers
Honestly, a lot of that space is likely being used by Windows itself. It's pretty concerning that laptops are sold these days with less than 100 GB of storage, but that's the reality with many budget options. If you're finding yourself constantly running out of space, it might be worth investing in a new laptop.
Running Disk Cleanup can help free up some unnecessary space. Additionally, if hibernation is enabled, turning that off can clear up over 13 GB! Don't forget to check your Downloads and Documents folders, as well as any cloud storage like Google Drive or OneDrive for files you might not need.
You could try using a tool like WizTree to get a clearer picture of how your storage is being used. If your laptop model allows it, you might also want to consider upgrading the SSD for more space. Often, a chunk of that missing storage can be attributed to Windows itself, which takes up considerable space.
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