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How to Reclaim Your Laptop Storage Space Like a Pro

Naftary Thitu by Naftary Thitu
January 8, 2025
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Computer storage space

Running out of storage space can feel like hitting a roadblock on a busy highway. Frustrating, right? But what if I told you your PC is hiding storage you can reclaim? Let’s uncover those hidden gigabytes and get your machine running smoothly again.

Step 1: Declutter Your Machine

Your device accumulates unnecessary files. Temporary files, old downloads, and forgotten caches can gobble up valuable space. Here’s how to clean:

For Windows Users:

  • Use Disk Cleanup: Press Win + S and type Disk Cleanup. Select a drive and let it scan for junk. Check items like Temporary Files and click Clean up system files.
  • Turn on Storage Sense: Go to Settings > System > Storage. Enable Storage Sense to automate cleanup.

For macOS Users:

  • Manage Storage: Go to Apple Menu > About This Mac > Storage > Manage. Use tools like Optimize Storage or Empty Trash Automatically.

For Linux Users:

  • Install BleachBit to clean up system junk and logs.
  • Or go DIY with this terminal command to find large files: sudo find / -type f -size +1G

Step 2: Delete What You Don’t Use

Do you have apps gathering digital dust? Uninstall them and reclaim space.

How to Uninstall Apps:

  • Windows: Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features. Sort by size and say goodbye to what you don’t need.
  • macOS: Drag unused apps to the Trash.
  • Linux: Use your package manager. Example for Ubuntu: sudo apt remove <app name>

Step 3: Take It to the Cloud

Why let massive files take up space on your device when the cloud can handle it? Cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive allow you to store files online, freeing up valuable local space.

Set files to “online-only” mode so they don’t eat up space on your device while remaining accessible.

Step 4: Compress Big Files

Some files are too important to delete, but too big to ignore. Shrink them with compression tools like:

  • 7-Zip (Windows/Linux)
  • WinRAR
  • Built-in Compress Tool (macOS: Right-click > Compress)

Step 5: Optimize System Settings

Want to dig deeper? Here are some advanced tweaks:

Disable Hibernation (Windows):
Hibernation files can eat up several gigabytes of storage. To disable it, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the following command:
powercfg -h off

Adjust System, Restore Size:
System Restore can also use up a significant chunk of your PC storage. To reduce its size:

  1. Go to Control Panel > System > System Protection.
  2. Select a drive, click Configure, and adjust the disk space slider to free up space.

Step 6: Upgrade If Needed

Sometimes, the solution is simply more storage. Upgrade your internal drive to a larger SSD or HDD, or add an external drive for backups and archives.

Why SSDs Are Great:

  • Faster speeds
  • More reliable than traditional HDDs
  • Can handle large capacities

Reclaiming PC storage space doesn’t have to be a chore. Start small by clearing temporary files and uninstalling unused apps. Once you see the results, you might feel inspired to try advanced tweaks or even upgrade your hardware.

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Tech enthusiast and ICT guru by trade, I've swapped debugging code for decoding tech trends. When I’m not wrangling with cybersecurity conundrums or geeking out over the latest gadgets, I’m busy turning techie mumbo jumbo into engaging, often hilarious, articles.

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