1. Find and delete large and unnecessary files: Use a program, such as Disk Cleanup, to locate and delete large and unnecessary files.
2. Delete temporary files: Delete temporary files by using the Windows Disk Cleanup feature or a third-party program.
3. Uninstall unwanted programs: Uninstall programs you no longer need or use.
4. Defragment your hard drive: Defragmenting your hard drive organizes and compacts data on the hard drive to speed up your computer.
5. Use disk compression: Compressing files can reclaim additional storage space on your hard drive.
6. Update software/drivers: Make sure to keep your programs up to date with the latest updates and drivers.
7. Remove duplicate files and data: Use a tool such as CCleaner or WinDirStat to find and delete any duplicate files.
8. Clean your registry: Don’t clean your registry manually—use a program like CCleaner to safely clean your registry.
9. Disable system restore features: Disable the System Restore feature to prevent older versions of files and deleted files from taking up space on your hard drive.