Here are the most effective ways to fix a slow Windows 11 PC:
1. Disable Startup Programs
- Press same time
Ctrl + Shift + Esc. - It will show you Task Manager
- Go to Startup apps tab
- Disable anything you don't need at startup
2. Free Up Space / Enable Storage Sense.
- Settings → System → Storage
- Turn on Storage Sense
- Click Cleanup recommendations to remove junk files
3. Adjust Power Plan
- Settings → System → Power & Sleep
- Set to Balanced or Best Performance
4. Disable Visual Effects
- Search "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows"
- Select "Adjust for best performance"
5. Run Disk Cleanup
- Search "Disk Cleanup" → select C: drive
- Check all boxes and click OK
6. Check for Malware
- Settings → Windows Security → Virus & threat protection
- Run a Quick Scan
7. Update Windows & Drivers
- Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates
- Outdated drivers can slow things down a lot
8. Restart Regularly
- If you never restart, RAM fills up. Restart your PC at least once a day
9. Increase Virtual Memory (Advanced)
- Search "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows"
- Go to Advanced → Virtual Memory → Change
- Set a custom size (1.5x your RAM)
10. Reinstall Windows (Last Resort)
- Settings → System → Recovery → Reset this PC
- Choose "Keep my files" option
Most people fix slowness just by doing steps 1, 2, and 3. Start there and see if it helps! ✅
