How to Fix “Storage Almost Full” Error (Windows, Android & iPhone)

 “Storage Almost Full” is a common warning that appears when your device is running out of free space. If ignored, it can slow down your system, stop app updates, and even cause crashes. In this guide, you’ll learn simple and effective ways to fix this error on Windows PC, Android phone, and iPhone.

What Causes the “Storage Almost Full” Error?

·         Too many temporary/junk files

·         Large videos, photos, and downloads

·         Unused apps still installed

·         App cache and system files

·         No automatic storage cleanup enabled

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✅ How to Fix “Storage Almost Full” on Windows 10 / 11

Step 1: Check Storage Usage

·        Press Windows + I

·        Go to System → Storage

·        See which files are using the most space

Step 2: Run Disk Cleanup

·        Press Windows + R, type cleanmgr, press Enter

·        Select C: Drive

·        Check:

·         Temporary files 

·         Recycle Bin

·         Windows Update Cleanup

      ·         Click OK → Delete Files

Step 3: Delete Temporary Files

·        Press Windows + R

·        Type %temp%, and press Enter

·        Select all files or Press Ctrl + A

·        Press shift + Delete to delete the files and folders.

Step 4: Uninstall Unused Apps

·        Go to Settings → Apps → Installed apps

·        Remove apps you no longer use

Step 5: Enable Storage Sense

·        Settings → System → Storage

·        Turn ON Storage Sense for automatic cleanup

·        Configure storage sense or run it now

·        Check Delete Temporary files that my apps are not using

 

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✅ How to Fix “Storage Almost Full” on Android

 

Image Title: Android Storage Management
Image Caption: Android phone storage usage and cleanup options

Step 1: Check Storage

·        Settings → Storage

·        Identify large apps and files

Step 2: Clear App Cache

·        Settings → Apps

·        Select apps like Chrome, YouTube, Instagram

·        Tap Clear Cache

Step 3: Delete Unnecessary Files

·        Old photos and videos

·        WhatsApp media

·        Downloaded files

Step 4: Use Files by Google

·        Install Files by Google

·        Tap Clean to remove junk files safely

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✅ How to Fix “Storage Almost Full” on iPhone

 

Image Title: iPhone Storage Settings
Image Caption: iPhone storage usage showing apps and media

Step 1: Check iPhone Storage

·        Settings → General → iPhone Storage

Step 2: Enable Offload Unused Apps

·        Turn on Offload Unused Apps to save space

Step 3: Clear Safari Cache

·        Settings → Safari → Clear History and Website Data

Step 4: Delete or Backup Photos & Videos

·         Use iCloud, Google Photos, or transfer to PC