Delete temporary files using the Disk Cleanup utility (Windows 7 and Vista)

To delete temporary files using the Disk Cleanup utility:

  1. Close any open applications.
  2. Choose Start > Computer.
  3. Right-click the system drive, and then select Properties.
  4. On the General tab, click Disk Cleanup.
  5. Scroll down in the Files To Delete list, and then select Temporary Files.
  6. Click OK, and then click Yes to confirm deletion.
  7. Close the system drive Properties dialog box.

The Adobe Captivate demonstration below illustrates how to delete temporary files using the Disk Cleanup utility. For more information about viewing this demo, see Viewing Captivate Demos in Knowledgebase Documents (TechNote kb403894).

 

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