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Discus and support Can I delete the contents of the SoftwareDistribution download folder without it harming my... in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I really need some storage space. I've watched some videos saying that it is safe, but i'm still unsure.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Shepherd., May 26, 2019.

  1. SHEPHERD.
    Shepherd. Win User

    Can I delete the contents of the SoftwareDistribution download folder without it harming my...


    I really need some storage space. I've watched some videos saying that it is safe, but i'm still unsure.

    :)
     
    Shepherd., May 26, 2019
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  2. SHIRON
    Shiron Win User

    SoftwareDistribution Folder


    Yes that's exactly what I mean. Is it safe to delete all the folders and files inside the
    C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Downloads folder.
     
    Shiron, May 26, 2019
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  3. OLI_RAMSAY
    oli_ramsay Win User
    Trouble deleting a folder

    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

    *Confused Can I delete the contents of the SoftwareDistribution download folder without it harming my... :confused:

    Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well Can I delete the contents of the SoftwareDistribution download folder without it harming my... :eek:hwell:
     
    oli_ramsay, May 26, 2019
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  4. JDS63
    jds63 Win User

    Can I delete the contents of the SoftwareDistribution download folder without it harming my...

    SoftwareDistribution Folder


    You mean exactly C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Downloads contents inside download folder ? Can safely delete these, always do so number of days after installing updates. Also Use Disk Cleanup.
     
    jds63, May 26, 2019
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