I'm planning to reinstall Windows 11 and I want to make sure my important files stay safe during the process. I have a 1TB SSD and I'm thinking about splitting it into two partitions: one for 900GB and another for 100GB. My plan is to move my documents, certificates, and some game mods to the 100GB partition, then format the 900GB partition for the fresh install. After the install, I'll transfer my files back to the 900GB partition and delete the 100GB one. Will this approach work? What are the best practices for doing this safely? Also, does anyone know of good debloat scripts? My system is really lagging with only 10GB of RAM while having two tabs open in Opera GX.
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Honestly, it sounds like you have a solid plan. Just make sure you double-check everything before you format. And remember, no partitioning software can guarantee 100% safety, so if you've got anything critical, back it up if you can. That's really the best way to avoid any disasters.
It's great that you have a plan laid out, but I strongly recommend backing up your files to an external drive if possible. You can never be too careful with data—things can go wrong during formatting or partitioning, leading to potential loss. It's better to verify that your files are safe on a separate, trusted source before proceeding with the reinstall. Just a word of caution!
Your approach should technically work, but consider this: having a proper backup is crucial. Mistakes can happen, and you don't want to risk losing important files. Even if you only have limited storage right now, try to get them in at least one other location, like a USB flash drive or online storage.
Yeah, I get the struggle! I'm also waiting for better prices to get a secondary drive.
I actually moved my documents folder to a cloud service just in case anything goes wrong. Definitely a smart move!