Step 5: Deleting Temp Files, Temporary
Internet Files, & Cookies for Windows Vista

As you browse the internet, open, close, and install programs, files are stored on your computer that clog up your system. Once you are done with them, the files are no longer needed yet remain on your computer. Many errors are caused by the storage of these junk files. I am going to walk you through the steps to delete these junk files from your system.

One of the biggest search engine terms I see utilized are "can't see temporary internet files and "can't find temp folder" and "cant see Local Settings." First I am going to walk you through making sure all your necessary files and folders are available for viewing.

Open Windows Explorer to browse your computer. Go to "Start, Computer." Go to the "Tools" menu, select "Folder Options" and then select the "View" tab. Make sure the box for "Show hidden files and folders," is selected, then uncheck "Hide extensions for known file types." Also uncheck "Hide protected system operating files" and all your folders should appear.



Exit out of the folder options. Back in Windows Explorer, on the left are all the folders that are on your computer. On the right are all the files within those folders. Select a folder on the left, and its contents are displayed on the right. Make sure to follow instructions carefully, you need to be in the exact folder (check to make sure the address bar matches each step) and delete files only on the right side.

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