Hello everyone! In today’s blog, we’ll discuss the importance of clearing cache on your Windows computer and how to do it for a smoother and more efficient system performance. Clearing cache not only helps in freeing up space but also resolves certain system issues. Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of clearing temporary files, prefetch files, and utilizing the Disk Cleanup Manager.
Step 1: Clearing Temporary Files
To begin, right-click on your desktop and select “Run,” or press the Windows key and the letter R together. In the Run dialog, type “temp” and hit enter. This will open the Windows temporary files. Press Ctrl + A to select all files, then press Shift + Delete. Confirm the deletion by clicking “Yes” and skip any files that can’t be deleted. Close the window. The files which we deleted are for Windows temporary files.
Step 2: Deleting Temporary Files
Next, press and hold the Windows key with the letter R again to open Run dialog. This time, type “%temp%” to access the temporary files for applications. Repeat the process by selecting all files (Ctrl + A), holding Shift, and pressing Delete. Confirm the deletion and close the window. The files which we deleted are for applications temporary files.
Step 3: Clearing Prefetch Files
Again, use the Windows key and R to open the Run dialog. Type “Prefetch” and hit enter. These files are generated by applications when you run executable files. Select all files (Ctrl + A), press Shift + Delete, confirm the deletion, and close the window.
Step 4: Disk Cleanup Manager
Right-click once more and select “Run.” Type “cleanmgr” to open the Disk Cleanup Manager. Check all items in the list and click “OK.” Choose to clean up system files, and wait for the process to complete, usually taking three to five minutes. If Disk Cleanup Manager open again after cleaning , then again check all items and click “OK“. Once done, restart your computer to observe any performance improvements.
Conclusion:
Congratulations! You’ve successfully cleared temporary files, prefetch files, and used the Disk Cleanup Manager to enhance your computer’s performance. Give it a try and restart your computer to experience the improvements. We hope you found this step-by-step guide helpful. Thanks!
