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How to Delete the Windows.old Folder on Windows 11
Sometimes, insufficient Disk space might prompt this issue
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Updated onFebruary 26, 2024
updated onFebruary 26, 2024
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Some users recently came up with a Windows.old delete Windows 11 request tosave up space on their PC. Windows automatically removes the Windows.old folder after a month, but if you can’t wait till then, we have provided some methods to delete the Windows.old folder.
Do you need the Windows.old folder on your PC?
The Windows.old folder takes some space on your Windows 11 PC, but here are some arguments for whether or not you should delete it:
With the reasons provided above, you should be able to decide whether to delete or keep Windows.old folder on your Windows 11 PC.
How do I remove the Windows.old folder on Windows 11?
1. Use File Explorer
If the Windows.old folder is foranother user, you will need to take ownership of the folder before it can be deleted.
2. Use Disk Cleanup
Deleting the Windows.old folder will not affect your PC anyhow. You have to be sure you’re ready to let go of it if you’re okay with your current Windows version.
3. Via Storage Sense
Storage Sensecan remove unwanted files such as thumbnails, error reports, cache files, and previous installation files, and even empties the Recycle bin.
And that’s how to remove Windows.old folder on Windows 11 PC. Hopefully, one or all of these steps will be easy for you to navigate.
Speaking of other Windows folders, several users reported multiple Windows folders in the C drive, and we have a great guide on how todelete Windows folders in C drive, so don’t miss it.
Alternatively, if the sole objective of deleting the Windows.old folder was to clear storage, you can also here forother ways to free up disk space.
If you have any questions or suggestions, do not hesitate to use the comments section below.
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Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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