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Drive optimization

Analyze and optimize a Windows drive.

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Open Defragment and Optimize Drives, select the local drive, and choose Optimize. For an elevated command prompt, use defrag C: /O /U /V so Windows applies the operation appropriate to the drive’s media type.

Use the graphical tool

  1. Search Windows for Defragment and Optimize Drives.
  2. Select the correct volume and choose Analyze when available.
  3. Choose Optimize and allow Windows to apply the operation appropriate to the media.

Use an elevated command prompt

defrag C: /A /U /V
defrag C: /O /U /V

/A analyzes the volume. /O performs the proper optimization for each media type, while /U shows progress and /V provides verbose statistics. Network drives are not supported.

With Screensie

Screensie does not label this as a one-click repair. An authorized technician can use Command Center’s confirmed CMD console to run the standard defrag command and receive bounded output without taking over the screen. Use PCInfo first to confirm the drive and free space.

Reference: Microsoft defrag command documentation.

Common questions

How do I optimize a Windows drive?

Open Defragment and Optimize Drives, select the correct local volume, and choose Optimize. From an elevated command prompt, defrag C: /O /U /V lets Windows choose the operation appropriate to that media type.

Can I analyze a drive before changing it?

Yes. Run defrag C: /A /U /V to analyze the selected local volume and review the report. Replace C: only after confirming the intended drive; network drives are not supported.