Making sure your laptop has enough free space is important to avoid technical issues on exam day. Follow these steps:
✅ 1. Delete Unnecessary Files
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Open File Explorer and go to your Downloads, Documents, and Videos folders.
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Delete old assignments, installers, or large media files you no longer need.
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Empty your Recycle Bin afterward to permanently remove them.
✅ 2. Run Disk Cleanup
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In the Search bar, type Disk Cleanup and open it.
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Choose your main drive (C:).
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Check boxes like:
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Temporary files
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Recycle Bin
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Thumbnails
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System created Windows Error Reporting files
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Click OK to clean up.
✅ 3. Uninstall Unused Programs
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Go to Settings > Apps > Installed Apps or
Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a Program. -
Look through the list and uninstall anything you don’t use (like games or old software).
✅ 4. Clear Temporary Files via Settings
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Go to Settings > System > Storage.
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Click Temporary Files.
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Select items like:
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Delivery Optimization Files
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Temporary Internet Files
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Windows upgrade log files
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Click Remove Files.
✅ 5. Move Large Files Off Your Laptop
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Transfer photos, videos, or large documents to:
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A USB flash drive
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An external hard drive
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A cloud service like OneDrive or Google Drive
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✅ 6. Restart Your Laptop
After cleaning, restart your laptop to finalize changes and ensure optimal performance.
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