Windows 10: Junk files

Discus and support Junk files in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Have 8.1 and very slow. Need to delete junk files, etc., but there's a warning not to click on "disk cleaner". Must have a free tool. I need advice for... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Sharlee522, Apr 20, 2022.

  1. Junk files


    Have 8.1 and very slow. Need to delete junk files, etc., but there's a warning not to click on "disk cleaner". Must have a free tool. I need advice for what I do now? Keep in mind that I'm not very techy. Thanks.

    :)
     
    Sharlee522, Apr 20, 2022
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  2. PamelaMax Win User

    junk file in outlook

    does anyone know how to move the junk file location in the list of folders? i like it close to the top and the list is alphabetical.
     
    PamelaMax, Apr 20, 2022
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  3. NoahYd Win User
    unnecessary and junk files

    And I agree with you! But I'm here to answer questions, not to teach computer fundamentals or common sense.

    When I read OP's post, I interpreted "junk files" as being the old temporary files created by the system. I can't quote any definition for the exact term "junk file," what I meant was simply that there are certain folders in the system that are considered
    safe to be removed. There are safe practices of cleaning junk files, many of which were suggested right here, and then there are harmful ones (which we've mentioned, too). Then it's up to the OP to further declare what is meant by junk files should those
    answers not be enough, just as you suggested. I don't disagree with you.

    Let's go back to topic now, shall we.
     
    NoahYd, Apr 20, 2022
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  4. Junk files

    Window 10 or Defender do not automatically delete virus created junk folders + files??

    Hi Carol,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community. I understand the inconvenience you are facing. I apologies for delay in response. I will certainly help you with this.

    I understand you need to delete virus created junk folder (Quarantined items).

    Quarantined items are those items that were prevented from running but were not removed from your PC. I suggest you to follow the below given steps and check if it works:

    • Press Windows key and type Windows Defender and hit enter.
    • Click on History tab in Windows Defender Window.
    • Click on the Quarantined items radio button and click on history.
    • Check and select all the items that appear as junk.
    • Click on Remove button to delete them permanently.
    • Check and verify if all the junk folders and files are remove.


    Hope this information helps. Post back with updated issue details for further help.

    Thank you.
     
    Parth P Patel, Apr 20, 2022
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