How to Delete Temporary File from Your Computer??

What is Temporary files:

In Windows 11, temporary files are files created by the operating system and various applications to store data temporarily during their operation. These files are typically stored in the %temp% folder and can accumulate over time, potentially taking up storage space and impacting system performance. Deleting these files can free up disk space and improve system efficiency.

🧹 How to Delete Temporary Files from Your Computer (Step-by-Step Guide)

Over time, your computer stores temporary files that are created by the operating system, apps, and web browsers. These files help programs run faster for a short time, but when they accumulate, they can slow down your PC and waste storage space.

In this post, you’ll learn what temporary files are and how to safely delete them from your computer.

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✅ What Are Temporary Files?

Temporary files are short-term data stored by:

• Windows operating system

• Installed software

• Web browsers

• System updates

These files are usually not needed after the task is completed.

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💻 How to Delete Temporary Files in Windows (Easy Methods)

🔹 Method 1: Using Run Command (Fastest Way)

1. Press Windows + R on your keyboard

2. Type temp and click OK

3. Select all files (Ctrl + A)

4. Press Delete

5. Skip files that cannot be deleted

Repeat the same steps with:

• %temp%

• prefetch

What is the Prefetch Command in Windows?

The Prefetch command in Windows is used to open the Prefetch folder, which stores special files that help Windows start faster.

📂 What is the Prefetch Folder?

• Location: C:\Windows\Prefetch
• Contains files with the extension .pf

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🔹 Method 2: Using Disk Cleanup Tool

1. Click on Start Menu

2. Search for Disk Cleanup

3. Select your C: Drive

4. Check Temporary files

5. Click on OK → Delete Files

✔️ This method is safe and recommended for beginners.

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🔹 Method 3: Using Windows Storage Settings

1. Open Settings

2. Go to System → Storage

3. Click on Temporary Files

4. Select files that you want to remove

5. Click on Remove Files

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🌐 How to Delete Browser Temporary Files

Google Chrome / Edge / Firefox

1. Open your browser

2. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete

3. Select Cached images and files

4. Choose Time range: All time

5. Click on Clear data