How to Make Windows Faster

Part 1: How to Make Windows Faster Quick & Easy Methods

Try these options first – they’re Simple and you should see a noticeable improvement in speed.

Restart Your PC

Restart Your PC

  • Click Start > Power > Restart .
  • Clears memory and stops background processes.
Enable Storage Sense

Enable Storage Sense

  • Go to Settings > System > Storage .
  • Turn on Storage Sense and click Configure .
Close Unnecessary Startup Apps

Close Unnecessary Startup Apps

  • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc.
  • Go to Startup apps.
  • Disable high impact apps.
Update Windows & Drivers

Update Windows & Drivers

  • Go to Settings > Windows Update .
  • Click Check for updates .
Uninstall Unused Apps

Uninstall Unused Apps

  • Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps .
  • Uninstall what you don’t use.
Use High Performance Plan

Use High Performance Plan

  • Go to Settings > System > Power & battery .
  • Select Best performance .
Keep Your PC Cool

 Keep Your PC Cool

  • Ensure good airflow.
  • Clean dust from fans and vents.

Part 2: Advanced & Intermediate Methods

Adjust Visual Effects

Adjust Visual Effects

  • Press Win + R, type sysdm.cpl
  • Go to Advanced > Performance > Settings.
  • Choose Adjust for best performance or Custom.
Disable Background Apps

Disable Background Apps

  • Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
  • Click the menu (⋯) > Advanced options.
  • Set Background apps permissions to Never.
Disable Unnecessary Services

Disable Unnecessary Services

  • Press Win + R, type services.msc
  • Find services like SysMain, Xbox services, etc.
  • Right-click > Stop and set Startup type to Disabled.
Optimize Virtual Memory

Optimize Virtual Memory

  • Press Win + R, type sysdm.cpl
  • Go to Advanced > Performance > Advanced > Change.
  • Set custom size.

Check for Malware

  • Open Windows Security.
  • Run a Full scan.
  • Remove any threats found.
Clean the Registry

Clean the Registry (Carefully)

  • Use a trusted tool like CCleaner.
  • Backup registry before cleaning.
  • Fix invalid entries.
Upgrade Hardware If Needed

Upgrade Hardware If Needed

  • Use an SSD instead of HDD.
  • Add more RAM (16GB or more recommended).
Use an SSD

Use an SSD (If not already)

  • Install Windows on an SSD.
  • Keep at least 20% free space.
Keep Drivers Up to Date

Keep Drivers Up to Date

  • Use Device Manager or manufacturer tools.
  • Outdated drivers can slow you down.
Reset This PC

Reset This PC (Last Resort)

  • Go to Settings > System > Recovery.
  • Use Reset this PC > Keep my files.