1. Ensure that all important windows updates are installed
2. Run a full scan of your computer using a reliable antivirus program
3. Check for any programs that are running in the background and end any that are unnecessary
4. Check for any programs that may be using too many resources and performance and update them if necessary
5. Try to limit the number of programs you have running at once
6. Run disk cleanup to remove unnecessary files and free up hard drive space
7. Close any programs or tabs that may be causing the issue
8. Ensure the device drivers are up to date
9. Reduce the number of applications running during startup
10. Run the System File Checker scan to identify and repair any corrupted files
11. Disable or uninstall any programs or plugins that have recently been installed
12. Check for any disk errors or fragmentation levels by running CHKDSK
13. Increase the virtual memory on your system, so that it can handle more RAM
14. Reset user settings that may be causing conflicts
15. Run SFC /Scannow command from elevated Command Prompt to check for problems with system files
16. Perform a clean boot to identify any potential third-party software conflicts that could be causing the issue
17. Check the temperature of your system and make sure it is not overheating
18. Clean the inside of your computer to remove dust and debris
19. Defragment your hard drive
20. Change the power plan of your device to High Performance to help reduce lagging and freezing
21. Update outdated graphics drivers
22. Adjust the settings of your graphics card to ensure that it is running at optimal performance
23. Scan for viruses, malware, and other malicious software that may be causing the problem
24. Uninstall any programs that are not compatible with your computer
25. Make sure your system has enough RAM to support the software you are running
26. Limit the number of background processes and tasks running
27. Delete temporary files and empty the recycle bin
28. Check to see if any new hardware has been added to your system
29. Perform a clean install of Windows
30. If all else fails, restore your computer to factory settings