How to Clean C Drive In Windows 10 & 11 | Change Default Download Location to Free Space
Are you running out of space on your C drive in Windows 10 or 11? One simple way to free up space is to change the default download location to another drive with more space available.
In this video, we’ll show you step-by-step how to change the default download location and move your existing downloads to the new location. By following these steps, you can optimize your computer’s performance and avoid running out of space on your C drive. So, let’s get started and learn how to clean up your C drive in Windows 10 and 11!
Here are the steps to clean up your C drive by changing the default download location:
Step 1: Open File Explorer and right-click on the “Downloads” folder.
Step 2: Select “Properties” from the drop-down menu.
Step 3: In the Properties window, select the “Location” tab.
Step 4: Click on the “Move” button and choose a new location where you want your downloads to be saved. This could be another drive with more space available or a folder on your desktop.
Step 5: Once you have selected a new location, click “Apply” and then “OK”.
Step 6: Windows will ask you if you want to move all the files from the old location to the new location. Select “Yes” to move all the files to the new location.
Step 7: Once the files are moved, you can safely delete the old Downloads folder from your C drive to free up space.
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