what happens if I delete some of the suff labeled windows setup, audio driver, graphics driver, etc.? will my computer lose the ability to do those things? thanks

Question

my computer says I have no storage space left, and I dont know what will happen if I delete files labled windows graphics driver, realtech audio driver, etc. will it crash my computer or something if I delete those? thanks

Answer 1

Yes - you will - or, at best, negatively affect your computer's functionality. Do not delete them.

Instead, follow https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/free-up-drive-space-in-windows-85529ccb-c365-490d-b548-831022bc9b32

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Marcin

Answer 2

Hello,

Deleting essential drivers like the Windows graphics driver or Realtek audio driver can cause significant issues with your computer. These drivers are crucial for the proper functioning of your hardware. If you delete them, you might experience problems such as:

Loss of display functionality: Your screen might go blank or display at a very low resolution if the graphics driver is removed.

No sound: Deleting the audio driver can result in no sound output from your computer.

Instead of deleting these drivers, you can try other methods to free up storage space:

Disk Cleanup: Use the built-in Disk Cleanup tool to remove temporary files, system cache, and other unnecessary files.

Uninstall Unused Programs: Go to Settings > Apps and uninstall programs you no longer use.

Move Files to External Storage: Transfer large files like videos and photos to an external hard drive or cloud storage.

Have a nice day.

Best Regards,

Hania Lian

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Answer 3

The items you list, and mention cannot/should not be deleted. They are critical to the machine's functionality, it cannot/will not run right without them. If you are running out of space here are some things you CAN do:

Settings. Find Storage Sense and toggle it On. In this same area, right below Storage Sense, click on Cleanup recommendations and do what it offers.
Store, find and install PC Manager. Run its Cleanup.
Move stuff off you drive and over to OneDrive
Remove, delete any programs, apps, files, data that you do not need or want to keep.
Run Disc Cleanup. Hit Win+R, type in Cleanmgr and hit Ok.

Cheers,
Drew