
Located at C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files (x86)


Let's discuss some places that most users shouldn't mess with when they're looking through the Windows file system. Messing with these could result in an unstable system, loss of data, or other negative consequences. However, there are several other Windows default files and folders that you should leave alone. With a bit of searching, you can find hidden Windows caches that are safe to clear if you need to reclaim space.

In addition to your personal files and folders, the Windows OS itself takes up a lot of space on your computer.
