How to Open the Storage Settings in Windows 10

Last Updated: January 31, 2023

It's a good practice to keep a tab on how your device storage is allocated. It makes sure that your device doesn't slow down due to unnecessary files that accumulate over time. You can use the Windows Storage settings to analyze your PC's storage and clear those temporary files. This wikiHow article will help you to open the Storage settings in Windows 10.

Steps

1
Open the start menu. Launch the Start menu by clicking on the Windows icon
. Select the Settings gear icon
from the bottom-left side.
- Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut ⊞ Win + I to immediately launch the Settings panel.
2
Go to the system settings. It's the first option in the settings menu.

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3
Click on the Storage option from the left panel. You will see this option, under the Power & sleep option.
4
Finished. You can click on a local disk from there to view the usage details or navigate to the Storage sense section and select Free up space now to clean unnecessary files from your Windows 10 PC.