System files taking up over 200gb of space, how do I clear it up?

the free up space option in windows only frees up a couple of GB at best, I also tried the TreeSize app and it only shows the installed applications that I have and does not show the over 200gb system files

Hi, good day! I'm John Dev a Windows user like you and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.

Please check the support article below on How to Free up drive space in Windows.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/fre...

If this doesn't work, please try downloading and installing this free tool called TreeSize to identify apps or files that are taking up more of your storage space.

https://www.jam-software.com/treesize_free

Once installed, open the app, wait for the scan to complete then expand the folders.

Please check and identify apps or files that are taking up more of your storage space., Select and right click the file you don't need. Click "Delete" to free up space.

Kindly let me know if this helps or if you have any further concerns.

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor

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Yes, it is safe to delete the Windows.edb but Windows will take a while to rebuild the index. Please check and try the suggested methods in the link below.

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-edb-file

Note: No need to download and install software from the site and just follow the instructions.

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor

Standard Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

Hello I didnt know if i should make this a seperate post but since my problem is very similar to the one that was answered i decided to ask here. I also have the same issue but instead of Windows.edb it is in the delivery optimization file. I dont know if its safe to delete or not but its been driving me insane for the last couple of days

Thank you for updating me with that information. I recommend checking and trying WildRunner03's suggested solution further down the page in the older thread below.

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

Kind regards,

John DeV

Independent Advisor