System Cleanup Series: Uninstall (Remove) Apps and Programs in Windows 10
This blog post is part of my System Cleanup series. One of the best ways to free up some space on your computer is to remove programs and apps you're not using or no longer want. Some of these may have come pre-installed when you purchased your computer and you might not even know they are there.
This blog post is part of my System Cleanup series. I aim to be as transparent as possible about my process during the work I'll do on your computer.
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In Windows 10, click on "Settings" in the Start Menu. This process is the same in Windows 11, it just looks different.
In Settings, click on "Apps".
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You will see the list of installed programs and apps. Please pay careful attention to each one, and ONLY uninstall (remove) items you are certain you don't need. For example, many built-in Microsoft apps are here; the majority can be removed.
Removing apps that take up almost no space doesn’t generally accomplish much, but I like to be thorough. I don't want it on my computer if I don't use it. Larger programs are the real concern, of course, as they take up more space, but any program or app can be frustrating or annoying, so it's best to have as little installed on your computer as possible to more likely prevent problems.
Table of Contents
- How To Change Sleep and Hibernation Settings in Windows 11
- System Cleanup Series: Antivirus
- System Cleanup Series: CCleaner
- System Cleanup Series: Advanced System Care
- System Cleanup Series: How To Use PatchMyPC to Keep Your Programs Up to Date
- System Cleanup Series: Startup Items in Windows 11
- System Cleanup Series: Windows Update in Windows 11
- System Cleanup Series: A Guide On How To Use Driver Booster
- System Cleanup Series: Removing Malware and Spyware
- System Cleanup Series: Uninstall (Remove) Apps and Programs in Windows 10
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