How to Use Storage Sense, an Alternative to Disk Cleanup in Windows

> Apps3636 people found this article helpfulGo to Windows Storage Settings and turn on Storage Sense to delete files you don't needBy Coletta Teske Whitehead Coletta Teske Whitehead WriterCentral Washington University Coletta Teske is a Lifewire writer focusing on consumer electronics. She has 30 years' experience writing for Adobe, Boeing, Microsoft, and many others.lifewire's editorial guidelinesUpdated on May 4, 2023In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleClean Up Windows With the Storage SenseHow the Storage Sense Tool WorksFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat to KnowGo to Windows Settings by pressing Win+I. Select System > Storage.Turn on the slider for Storage Sense and select it.In Windows 10, select the items to delete and choose Remove Files. Windows 11 deletes files automatically. This article explains how to free up space on your Windows computer using an alternative to Disk Cleanup. The instructions apply to Windows 11 and Windows 10. How to Clean Up Windows With the Storage Sense...