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Temporary Internet Files on Windows 10: How to Delete Them
Run the disk cleanup tool to prevent temp files from piling up
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The Windows 10 Temporary Internet Files folder stores all the websites you have visited online for easy reference the next time you revisit the same site.
If you want toreset the Temporary Internet Files location to default, you can do so by following our handy guide.
What are temporary Internet files?
The common name of the Temporary Internet Files is the cache. These are files saved by the device from the web.
This file is saved on your hard drive and contains vital information that reduces the time in rendering web pages you have visited before.
Your browser may store HTML, multimedia, videos, and images in this file. You should know that this file becomes bulky over time and can consume a considerable part of your storage. This means that it mayslow down your computer’s performance.
Where are my temporary Internet files?
The location of this file depends on thebrowser you use. Below are a few popular browsers and the path of their cache:
Do Temporary Internet Files slow down computer?
Yes, these files can slow down your devices, but it depends on the amount of storage space they take, the specific browser you use, and the number of stored files.
On older computers, a reduction in performance will be faster and more easily noticed. For top performing computers. This may never be noticed. However, from time to time, it may be good practice to empty the cache.
How can I delete Temporary Internet Files on Windows 10?
1. Delete Temporary Internet Files from Internet Options
You can easily open and view your Temporary Internet Files by accessing Internet Settings. The Website Data Settings contain a shortcut to the folder location of the temporary files.
1. LaunchInternet Explorer. You can do that simply by typingInternet Explorerin the search bar and pressingenter.
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Click on theToolsicon. It is located along the top right corner and has the shape of a cog wheel.
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Next, selectInternet Options.
4.In theInternet Optionswindow, under theGeneral tab(shows by default) andBrowsing History, click on theSettingtab.
5.This will launch theWebsite Data Settingwindow. There, along the bottom right is theView Filesbutton.
- Click onView files. You will be led to a new window containing all the files pertaining to the websites you have visited before you had last deleted all yourbrowsing history. You may now delete these.
Also, since the content of the Temporary Internet Files folder still occupies disk space and hence can impact performance, it does make sense to get rid of those files if not needed.
Most users don’t know what to do when theWindows search box goes missing. Don’t worry; we will show you how to return it in just a fewsteps.
2. Delete Temporary Internet Files using Disk Cleanup
Is it safe to delete Temporary Internet Files in Windows 10?
Yes, deleting the Temporary Internet Files is safe for Windows 10. It comes with a few benefits, including the following:
Deleting temporary files in Windows 10 is as easy as it can getusing theDisk Cleanuputility. Nevertheless, problems find a way of creeping in.
If the tool suddenly decides to act out, you canstop the Disk Cleanup from crashingwith a few simple tips.
That is how you gain access to the Temporary Internet Files Folder in Windows 10 or delete the same if not needed.
As always, for more suggestions or questions, feel free to reach out by using the comments section below.
More about the topics:Disk Cleanup,windows 10
Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
