How do I check the free disk space before a Windows 12 update?

1. Check hard disk space:
2. Free up space:
3. Create a backup:
4. Perform an update:

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How do I check free disk space before a Windows update and should I create a backup?

1.) Check hard disk space:

- Open File Explorer.

- Select "This PC".

- Check the available space on your main drive (usually the "C:" drive). Windows 12 may require several gigabytes of space.

 

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(Image-1) Check free storage space before updating to Windows 12!

2.) Free up storage space:

- Delete unnecessary files such as temporary files, old downloads or unused programs.

- Use Disk Cleanup to create additional storage space.

- Consider offloading large files to external storage if the internal storage is not enough.


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3.) Create a backup:

- Before you start downloading and installing, make a backup of your important data.

- Back up your documents, photos, videos, and any other important files to an external drive, the cloud, or another safe location.

- Use backup tools provided by Windows or third-party providers to create a full system backup. This can be useful in case something goes wrong during the update.

4.) Perform update:

- Make sure the storage space you need is at least 10 GB more than the minimum required by Windows 12 to ensure a smooth installation.

- Only perform the update if you are sure that all important data is backed up.

By taking these precautions, you can minimize the risk of data loss and ensure that the update goes smoothly.