partitions

[rabm1]

hi all, my laptop was running out of space and running slow so decided to recover it by using the hp program but it could not complete it,dont remember what it sayed but i have managed to get it running again but have a query regarding what i can delete in the partition as it using loads of space ,i have attached pic to see what you think.

[Echo_Lake · Accepted solution]

@rabm1

Thank you for posting on the HP Support Community.
 

Don't worry as I'll be glad to help,

1. Click Start, right-click Computer, and then select the Manage option.

2. In the left panel of the Computer Management window, double-click Storage to expand the options.

   Click Disk Management to display a list of partitions, also called Volumes.

3. Right-click the Recovery partition (D:), and select the Delete Volume option.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to delete the partition, and then allow the computer to restart.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
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[rabm1]

done that now i have unallocated partition,what can i do with that,and what else can i delete as surely i dont need all them volumes

[Echo_Lake]

@rabm1

Thank you for posting back. 

This document explains what drives, partitions, and volumes are, as well as how to add and delete partitions: Partitioning and Naming Drives (Windows 10, 😎

Keep me posted!

[rabm1]

thanks for that ,most helpful

[Echo_Lake]

@rabm1

Thank you for posting back.

Glad to hear that the issue is resolved. If you need any help, feel free to reach out to us. 

Have a great day!