I have a 256GB SSD where Windows is installed as my C drive, but I only have 49GB left available out of 222GB. I'm struggling to understand what's consuming all that space. Does Windows really need this much space for system files? I've deleted non-essential files and checked installed apps, but it hasn't helped. I have other storage drives, but I'm really curious about this one. Is there an easy way to find out what's taking up the space?
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You should definitely try tools like WinDirStat or WizTree. They give you a visual representation of what's on your drive, helping you spot what's eating up space quickly. Sometimes it's just system restore points or temp files that accumulate over time!
Also, don't forget about using the Disk Cleanup tool. It can help you remove unnecessary system files that stack up, like temporary files and old update files. It’s super handy!
Check your drive's partition setup too. Your 256GB SSD might be split into smaller partitions, which might explain some of the space issues. It's a good idea to double-check those settings!
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll give Disk Cleanup a try and see what it finds.