When you reformat your system, Windows creates a folder called Windows.old which contains all your old system files, programs, and data. This folder allows you access to those areas so you can pull out what you need. However, over time, this folder can accumulate a lot of unnecessary files and take up a lot of space on your system. So, how do you delete Windows.old in Windows 7?
First, you need to open the command prompt with administrative privileges. To do this, go to the “run” bar and type “CMD” and then right-click on it and select “run as administrator”.
Alternatively, you can use the Disk Cleanup tool. Go to the “run” bar and type “disk cleanup” and select the C Drive. Let it do its thing and then select “clean up system files”. Choose what you want to delete and click “OK”. It will then start scanning the system again and show you more options to free up space.
Once you’ve selected what you want to delete, click “OK” and confirm the deletion. This may take some time depending on the amount of data you’re removing.
After the process is complete, you can go to “my computer” and see the difference. The Windows.old folder will be gone, and your system will have more space.
In conclusion, deleting the Windows.old folder is a straightforward process that can help free up space on your system. Whether you choose to use the command prompt or the Disk Cleanup tool, make sure you follow the steps carefully to avoid deleting anything important.