Well, today we will try to figure it out with you, what to do if there is no space left on drive C (Windows 7). In fact, there are many quite interesting scenarios. And it is precisely the most popular of them that we will try to make out. In addition, we will learn how to answer the question of how to format the C drive when necessary. So, it’s worth starting to sort out our topic as soon as possible.
Lots of installation files
For starters, it’s worth a walk for the possible causes of today's problem. After all, the method of "treatment" will depend on the sources. Let's start with the most simple and common option.
If there is no space left on the disk (Windows 7), then this may happen when you have a lot of installation files from games and programs on your computer. Moreover, this applies to toys to a greater extent.
In this case, to be honest, you don’t have to think about how to format drive C. After all, everything here is eliminated much easier than it might seem. Nevertheless, before starting operations, carefully check all the installation files - if they weigh a little, you can leave them in the system. But with weighty objects will have to work a little.
Cleaning
What exactly are we going to do? Of course, we need the so-called disk cleanup C. At the same time, it will be manual. That is, all that the user has to do is to delete the weighty installation files from the computer once and for all. Cleaning up drive C is not such a difficult task as it might seem.
It is preliminary recommended that all such documents be dropped onto removable media, from where they can always be used. At a convenient time and without "cluttering up" the computer. Next, select everything that you want to delete, and then hold Shift. Now you can click on Del. Confirm your actions - and you will notice how several GBs have freed up. In principle, you can first put everything in a “basket” and then empty it. The effect will be the same. Nevertheless, let's find out what else to do if disk C runs out of space (Windows 7). What can be the reasons and how to eliminate them?
The abundance of programs
Well, for now, we're moving in a safe direction with you. That is, we will study with you the innocuous reasons that cause a shortage of space on the system disk. After all, they can be eliminated without unnecessary and outside help.
After you got rid of the installation files and still saw that your hard disk space is disappearing somewhere, it makes sense to check how much content is installed on the computer. Indeed, if the disk space is missing (Windows 7), then most likely you have not spent a total and global cleaning of your operating system for a long time.
Particular attention should be paid to professional programs (for processing audio, video and graphics), as well as modern computer games. They, as a rule, began to take up too much space. In the case when you know for sure that you have a lot of software, you will have to clean the system from junk.
We put things in order
So, in this case, you don’t have to think about how to format the drive with. All that is required of the user is to use the so-called "control panel". She is in the "start". In this service (in the panel), select "Add or Remove Programs," and then wait a while.
You should have a window in which all installed content on the computer is displayed. Remove what you don’t need or what has not been used for a very long time, one at a time. As already mentioned, pay special attention to professional programs and modern games. After performing such a cleaning, check if disk C is missing (Windows 7) or not. Yes? Then you have to look for an answer elsewhere. The main thing is that with the help of these two options you have already managed to free up tens of gigabytes of memory. And this is important, especially for small hard drives. Let us continue to think, what could be the matter here.
Temporary files
And here’s another reason why the disk space is missing. What to do with this situation, we will talk with you a little later, but for now we will get acquainted with our next "source".
This is nothing like the so-called temporary files created by the computer during operation. Here and the clipboard, and some data for authorization in the system, and just a system code of work and failures - the list goes on and on.
As a rule, if disk space (Windows 7) disappears due to temporary files, it is very difficult to notice. It will take a long time to observe the filling of the space - after all, system documents are not so "heavy". But you can fix this problem by formatting or cleaning. But first, it’s worth discussing with you yet another reason, which is “treated” in the same way.
Long work pc
If you are wondering where the space on drive C disappears, think about how long your computer has been working without stopping. Modern users do not really like to turn off their "cars." That is why your space on the system drive starts to disappear.
The thing is that, as already mentioned, while working in the operating system, temporary files begin to be created. Some of them are deleted automatically when you turn off or restart the computer. The rest will have to be cleaned manually. If the user does not turn off the computer, then such documents are simply put off in the system. And then you have to think about why disk space disappears (Windows 7).
Well, we have already examined with you two similar sources of today's problem. Now it’s worth a little discussion and the method of dealing with such a situation.
Application help
Of course, the first thing to do is restart the computer. After this step, you will notice how a little space has already been freed up. Nevertheless, this is not the method of struggle that will be discussed now.
If you notice that the image of drive C is full, you will have to resort to the help of third-party programs and applications. For example, CCleaner is perfect for this venture. This is a special free utility that helps clean your computer registry. This is what will help us free up a few more GB of hard drive space.
First you have to install the program, and then run it. Now you can click on "Analysis" and then on "Cleanup". After the process is complete, you will notice how space is freed. But this is far from all the options for the development of events. We will continue to study with you the possible reasons for the loss of space on your hard drive, as well as methods to combat this phenomenon.
Internet work
If you think about where the space on drive C disappears, you will have to think carefully about what you do on the Internet, that is, when you work in the browser. Watch movies? Listening to music Save a lot of passwords and logins for automatic login? Then do not be surprised that there is not enough space on the system partition. After all, all this is stored in the computer’s memory and stored until the user himself gets rid of the extra data.
In truth, this is the most common reason for missing a place in operating systems. Fortunately, all this is eliminated very quickly and without unnecessary problems. And now it's time to see which way you have to use it.
Mini formatting
In order to slightly free up space on your hard drive if you suspect that the browser is working, we will again have to resort to CCleaner. This is a fairly universal application, which, with certain settings, can save us from unnecessary problems with freeing up memory. You do not have to think about how to reinstall C drive and get more space.
Install the application, and then go to the settings on the left side of the screen. There it is necessary to put checkmarks in front of everything that only concerns browsers. There are cookies, passwords with names, and search strings, and even temporary files already familiar to us. Tag all of this and then start the analysis. For this process, as is already known, there is a special button on the right side of the window. Next, click on "Cleanup." Wait a few seconds - the process will end, and you can rejoice at the results achieved. As you can see, so far everything is extremely simple and easy.
Viruses
But do not rejoice ahead of time. We got to the topic that makes you think for a long time how to free drive C. Indeed, viruses can become the cause of system cluttering.
They bring a lot of inconvenience to users. In case of infection by any infection, the computer begins to literally multiply copies of trojans and worms, which, in turn, damage system documents. In addition, they fill the entire hard drive. Sooner or later, the place will end - then the Trojans will “eat” your Windows files.
Thus, you will notice the brakes, and then the explicit "glitches" of the computer. In the end, the system completely refuses to turn on. And then you will have to think not about why the space on the C drive (Windows 7) is lost, but about how you can bring your Windows back to life. And this, to be honest, is much more difficult.
Nevertheless, while the computer is running, you can take several simple steps to eliminate the disaster hanging over us. Scan your computer with an anti-virus program, and then cure all potentially dangerous objects. Next, delete what did not respond to treatment (a special button will appear for this). Now you can clean the computer registry using the already familiar CCleaner and reboot. If you manage to get rid of the virus, then you will notice how space is freed. And not so small. That's all the problems. You can work on the computer further.
Formatting
If nothing helps you or the viruses have already "eaten up" the operating system, then nothing more than the most serious and thorough formatting of the computer will come to your aid. For him, you have to stock up on a Windows installation disc.
To get started, insert it into your computer, and then wait for it to start. Now select "Installation" and then "Clean Installation". This will allow you to install a completely new, empty operating system. Next, you will see sections of the hard drive. Highlight C, and then click on "Format." It is advisable to carry out this procedure on all sections. This will help to remove all data, including viruses. Now click "Next" and wait for the installation of "Windows".
By the way, with the help of the installation disk, you can restore from the disk. To do this, select "Troubleshoot" and then "System Restore." This move is used to save important data to removable media before reinstalling the OS. Now you know how to free up drive C, and also you are familiar with the possible reasons for cluttering the operating system.