What to do about "windows.old" files


  1. Posts : 51
    Win7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    What to do about "windows.old" files


    I came across 43 gigabytes of windows.old files. What are they? Are they required or can I delete them? Listed between the red arrows.
    John
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  2. Posts : 72,050
    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
       #2

    Hello John,

    Yes, you can use an option in the tutorial below to safely delete the Windows.old folder. The Windows.old folder is a copy of your previous installation when an upgrade or in-place upgrade (aka: repair install) was performed.

    Windows.old Folder - Delete

    Hope this helps, :)
    Shawn
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  3. Posts : 69
    Windows 10 Tech Preview
       #3

    windows.old contains folders from previous windows, you won't need windows and program files folders but it also contains one more folder (users/documents settings) wherein you can find documents,music,videos and pictures. you might want to copy them before you decide to remove them. to remove windows.old using disk cleanup is a good option.
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  4. Posts : 51
    Win7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Thanks. I'll try.
    John
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