Disk Space and Memory Issue

[Ram102003]

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In the attached email, you can see the memory utilization, I tried to delete most of the application but still it is showing that much utilization, Moreover in the taskbar as shown below in the image most of the icons are invisible, Why? kindly help me with these issues, I am facing a lot problem because of them

[Pallipurath]

Hi @Ram102003 

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query.

I understand that you are experiencing high memory utilization even after removing several applications, and that most of the taskbar icons are appearing invisible, which is causing significant inconvenience while using the system. I would request you to please follow the steps:

Check hidden system files

• Open File Explorer and go to This PC.
• Right-click your C: drive and select Properties.
• Click “Disk Cleanup” > “Clean up system files.”
• This will include Windows Update files, old restore points, and system logs that are not cleared in a normal cleanup.

Manage System Restore space

• Press Windows key + R, type sysdm.cpl, and press Enter.
• Go to the “System Protection” tab.
• Select your C: drive and click “Configure.”
• Reduce the maximum disk space used for restore points or delete older restore points.

Uninstall optional Windows features

• Press Windows key + I to open Settings.
• Go to Apps > Optional features.
• Remove features you don’t use (for example, language packs or handwriting recognition).

Move or disable hibernation file

• The hibernation file can take several GB of space.
• If you don’t use hibernation, you can disable it:
  • Press Windows key + X, select Command Prompt (Admin).
  • Type powercfg -h off and press Enter.
• This will remove the hibernation file and free space.

Check OneDrive or cloud sync folders

• Even if you don’t store files locally, synced folders may be taking space.
• Right-click the OneDrive icon in the taskbar > Settings.
• Choose “Files On-Demand” so files are stored online only until opened.

Consider external or expanded storage

• If the internal drive is very small (common in entry-level laptops), adding a microSD card or external drive for documents and media can help keep the system drive clear.

Here’s a helpful HP guide on managing storage space:
HP PCs - Freeing up storage space

Take care and have an amazing day!