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Your Computer is Low on Memory: Fix it in 3 Quick Steps
Discover multiple ways to free up more RAM space
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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One standard error issued by the Windows 11 system (which cannot be fixed using classic troubleshooting processes) refers tolow virtual memory.
This message refers to low virtual memory, a problem that can lead tolags and malfunctions on your Windows device, not to mention that it is also quite stressful to get the same alert over and over again.
What causes computer to run out of memory?
This happens when certain apps on your computer require an excessive amount of RAM to be allocated to them.
There is also the possibility that anout-of-date BIOSin the system causes the issue. Moreover, if you are using an older computer, the operating system may not be able to access all of the RAM installed.
Memory leaks in Windowscan also cause this problem, but this can be prevented by frequently updating applications and your operating system.
This troubleshooting guide will show you how to fix this annoying issue in the following instances:
The following troubleshooting steps will prove helpful in the cases listed above and other similar ones.
How do I fix my computer running low on memory?
1. Close the programs that are using too much memory
If you run into low memory issues on your PC and need to repair it quickly, the first solution we suggest is to close the apps that take too much memory. The steps above show you how.
When closing specific programs, you will be prompted to confirm ending them. In those cases, select the Yes button to free up your RAM.
2. Kill processes using Commit size
The commit size is the total amount of RAM that has been committed and is used (either physical or page file). Close the processes applying the steps below. TheYour computer is low on memoryissue in Windows 10 will be solved.
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PressCtrl+Shift+Escto openTask Manager,then go to the Details tab. Next, Right-click the Name column, then click Select columns.
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Please scroll down the new window until you findCommit size, then tick the box next to it and click Ok.
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You will see a new column labeled Commit size. Next, click the Commit size column to sort the processes based on their commit size. Click the top processes and selectEnd taskto free up more space.
3. Manually increase the size of virtual memory
A paging file refers to a section of the hard disk that Windows users can utilize as if it were RAM instead. Once you’ve followed the above steps, theYour computer is low on memory switch to a different deviceerror will be solved.
How do I increase my RAM on Windows 11?
RAM cleaners and optimizersare software programs designed to make more memory available on your personal computer.
You have the option of using any of them to boost the amount of memory that you have in Windows 11, which is a more cost-effective method than purchasing additional RAM altogether. However, buying new RAM is just as effective.
If you couldn’t fix theYour device is running low on memoryissue, as well as the others, after using these guidelines, you should consider expanding your RAM. If you have any questions or need extra help, leave us a message in the comments field below.
More about the topics:Computer Memory,System Errors
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He specializes in writing about the best products for this operating system and Windows 10 fixes. Determined and creative, Andrew also loves coffee, country music, and Sunday mornings.
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