In Settings → Storage, under C:/ → Temporary files, can all of these items be deleted? Which folders are these items stored in?

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2025-10-13T17:27:52.3+00:00

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David-M 125K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-10-13T18:10:07.5433333+00:00

Hi. I'm David, and I'm happy to help you.


Most items listed under "Settings > Storage > C:/ > Temporary files" are generally safe to delete and can help free up disk space. However, it's wise to proceed with caution, as some files may contain useful data or affect system rollback options. Each item is stored in a different system folder depending on its purpose.


The following items require careful consideration before deletion:

  • Downloads: This may contain personal files. Only delete if you're sure you don't need them. The files are stored in "C:\Users<Username>\Downloads".
  • Previous Windows installation(s): Once deleted, you can't roll back to a previous Windows version. The files are stored in "C:\Windows.old".

Feel free to ask back any questions.

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