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How to Check Free Disk Space

See how much storage remains on each Windows drive.

Updated September 2, 2026Difficulty: EasyTime: 6 minApplies to: Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11

Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.

Open File Explorer

Press Windows + E.

Open This PC

Select This PC in the navigation pane.

Review each drive

The storage bar shows used and free space. Select a drive and open Properties for exact values.

Find large categories

Open Settings > System > Storage to see which categories use the most space.

Do not delete unknown system folders

Use Storage recommendations or uninstall known applications instead of manually deleting Windows folders.