CCleaner is the most popular tool for cleaning your computer from unnecessary programs and accumulated garbage. The program has in its arsenal a lot of tools that will allow you to thoroughly clean your computer, achieving its maximum performance. In this article, the main points of setting up the program will be considered.

As a rule, after installing and running CCleaner does not need additional configuration, and therefore you can immediately start using the program. However, taking some time to adjust the parameters of the program, the use of this tool will become much more comfortable.

1. Setting the interface language

The CCleaner program is equipped with support for the Russian language, but in some cases, users may encounter the fact that the program interface is completely in the wrong language. Given that the location of the elements remains the same, using the screenshots below, you can set the required program language.

In our example, the process of changing the program language will be considered using the English interface as an example. Launch the program window and go in the left area of ​​the program window to the tab Options (marked with a gear icon). A little to the right, you need to make sure that the program has opened the first section in the list, which in our case is called "Settings" .

The very first column contains the language change function ( "Language" ). Expand this list, and then find and select Russian .

In the next moment, the changes will be made to the program, and the desired language will be successfully installed.

2. Setting the program for proper cleaning

Actually, the main function of the program is to clean the computer from debris. When setting up the program in this case, you should focus solely on personal requirements and preferences: which elements should be cleaned by the program, and which should not be affected.

The cleaning elements are configured under the tab "Cleaning" . Slightly to the right are two sub-tabs: Windows and "Applications" . In the first case, the subtab is responsible for standard programs and sections on the computer, and in the second, respectively, for third-party ones. Under these tabs, there are cleaning options that are set in such a way as to perform high-quality garbage removal, but at the same time not delete unnecessary things on the computer. However, some points can be removed.

For example, your main browser Google Chrome, which has an impressive browsing history that you don’t want to lose yet. In this case, go to the "Applications" tab and uncheck those items that the program should not delete in any case. Next, we launch the cleaning of the program itself (more details about using the program have already been described on our website).

3. Automatic cleaning when the computer starts

By default, CCleaner is placed at startup in Windows. So why not take advantage of this opportunity by automating the program so that it automatically removes all garbage every time you start your computer?

In the left area of ​​the CCleaner window, go to the tab "Settings" , and a little to the right, select the section of the same name. Place a check next to "Perform cleanup at computer startup" .

4. Removing the program from Windows startup

As mentioned above, the CCleaner program, after installation on a computer, is automatically placed in Windows startup, which allows the program to automatically start every time the computer is turned on.

In fact, the presence of this program at startup, most often, is of dubious benefit, since its main task in a minimized form is only to periodically remind the user to clean the computer, but it is this fact that can affect a long download operating system and reduced productivity due to the work of a powerful tool at a time when it is not needed at all.

To remove the program from startup, call the window "Task Manager" keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+Esc , and then navigate to the tab. The screen will display a list of programs included or not included in startup, among which you will need to find CCleaner, right-click on the program and select the item in the context menu that appears. "Disable" .

5. Update CCleaner

By default, CCleaner is set to automatically check for updates, but you have to install them manually. To do this, in the lower right corner of the program, if updates are found, click the button "A new version! Click to download" .

Your browser will automatically start on the screen, which will start redirecting to the official website of the CCleaner program, from where you can download the new version. To get started, you will be prompted to upgrade the program to a paid version. If you want to continue using the free one, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the button "No Thanks" .

Once on the CCleaner download page, right under the free version, you will be asked to select the source from which the program will be downloaded. After selecting the one you need, download the latest version of the program to your computer, and then run the downloaded distribution kit and install the update on your computer.

6. Compiling a list of exceptions

Let's say that when you periodically clean your computer, you don't want CCleaner to pay attention to certain files, folders, and programs on your computer. In order for the program to skip them when performing garbage analysis, you will need to create an exclusion list.

To do this, in the left area of ​​the program window, go to the tab "Settings" , and a little to the right, select the section "Exceptions" . By clicking on the button "Add" , Windows Explorer will appear on the screen, in which you will need to specify the files and folders that CCleaner will skip (for computer programs, you will need to specify the folder where the program is installed).

7. Automatic shutdown of the computer after the end of the program

Some functions of the program, for example, the "Clean up free space" function, can take quite a long time. In this regard, in order not to delay the user, the program provides the function of automatically shutting down the computer after the execution of the running process in the program.

To do this, again, go to the tab "Settings" and then select a section "Additionally" . In the window that opens, check the box next to "Shut down PC after cleaning" .

Actually, this is not all the options for setting up the CCleaner program. If you are interested in more detailed customization of the program to your requirements, we recommend that you take some time to study all the available functions and settings of the program.

While working in any operating system, a large amount of various “garbage” is generated: cache and other copies of various files, system data and other things. In the work of the computer and the user, most of these files will not be required at all or in the near future at least. It is very long and generally problematic to clean the system of all this data on your own, and to quickly and automatically speed up your computer, you need to know how to use the CCleaner program.

CCleaner for Windows is currently the most effective computer cleaning software. However, in order to use the program correctly, you first need to figure out how it functions and which files should be deleted.

Important! Some of the files suggested for deletion by default by this program may, in theory, be required or important. In order not to accidentally delete such information, you should understand the functionality of the program before using it.

Correct setup - cleaning section

Most main principle safe work with the computer - do not touch unknown files. Therefore, in the main “cleaning” section, you should not check the boxes next to those items where you are not sure what exactly CCleaner will remove.

After pressing the button Analysis the program will start the scanning process

If you are doing the cleaning with the browser open or do not want to clean it from garbage, press the button Not in a popup window

After the analysis is completed, we proceed to remove the garbage by pressing the button cleaning

In the "cleanup" section, all information is deleted, one way or another related to the cache and user's work history. This is not only the browser cache and information stored on the Internet: the system saves data about previously launched applications, their system information and errors during operation, as well as other temporary files. Only one browser during its work can easily gain a gigabyte of cache and more. Manually clearing the cache and rebooting the system to reset information and clear memory is extremely inconvenient and inefficient.

Advice: If you are not very sure how to use the CCleaner program, it is advisable to limit the cache size directly in the browser. This needs to be done once, but after that the system will work much faster, and you will need to clean the computer much less often.

Setting the registry key

The system registry of a computer contains a lot of information. Among it come across obsolete sections and links, information about things that no longer exist, various errors and incorrect extensions.

To start the scanning process and detect registry errors, click on the button: Troubleshooting

After scanning and detecting errors, it remains to press the button To correct

We press the button YES

Click on the "Fix Marked" button to fix system problems

The program will not go too deep and will only delete those files and entries that slow down the work of the registry and the computer. For beginners and those who do not know too well how to use CCleaner, it is best to leave the default settings and just run the program.

For advanced users, the program allows you to understand errors in more detail, understand and eliminate the causes of their occurrence. A one-time cleaning of the computer will make it run faster for a while, while eliminating the cause of Windows brakes allows you to comfortably work for months before you need to clean it again.

Video: How to use the Ccliner program correctly

Setting up sections in the Tools menu

The "service" section combines the settings of the most important points in computer operation. A careful study of the possibilities of this section is very important for everyone who wants to learn CCleaner and how to use the program correctly.

It consists of several parts:

Uninstalling programs

Unlike the Add/Remove Programs system panel, preinstalled on every Windows system, this program removes the required software completely, after which additional cleaning of the computer from debris is not required. Otherwise, after removing something, most likely, there will be extra folders and files designed for reinstalling the program being removed or something else.

Autoload

This section shows all programs that run at the same time as the system boots. good example program in startup is an antivirus. But you should remove from autorun those programs that are not required all the time and can be launched as needed.

In principle, it is enough to download CCleaner in Russian just for this purpose - a large number of programs in autorun makes the computer boot process very long, and its work is initially slow due to pre-occupied resources.

Disk Analysis

This section can be used to estimate which files of which type take up how much space on the hard drive. For example, you can estimate how much pictures or movies, music, and other types of files take up on a particular hard drive or in the entire system.

Search for duplicates

In this section, the program finds files that you may have mistakenly downloaded or saved twice. Duplicate files are not useful, but they take up disk space.

System Restore

If something happened in Windows serious problems, you can, using the appropriate section of CCleaner, restore the system to one of the last restore points when the problem did not exist yet.

Similar Russian-language software, which can be downloaded for free, or automatic system recovery often perform a rollback of less quality than CCleaner.

CCleaner is effective program, which can fully ensure your safety. By completely deleting browser history, cookies, temporary files created during the session, as well as freeing up memory on the hard drive, the software limits access to the PC and system to potentially dangerous or malicious software. How to use CCleaner, read on.

Instructions for working with CCleaner.

The default settings in your computer system or Internet browser automatically collect and create a history that can be used by a hacker. Every time you use a PC, temporary data is generated and stored in the system. Key features:

• regular deletion of your activity history and temporary files stored on your computer;
• freeing up space on disks connected to the computer;
• the ability to control which programs are launched at the start of your computer;
• and many others.

To delete temporary data created each time you use the software, you need to open the program directories one by one, find and then manually delete temporary files from them. The software displays a list of installed software and allows you to select the program(s) from which you want to remove all temporary data.

CCleaner for Windows 10 is needed to clean the entire browser and the history of recent documents, as well as for . This is the main task of the application - to minimize various ways infecting or monitoring your system.

To delete information permanently (that is, erase it) from a hard disk, the data must be overwritten by any other. The software must be configured to overwrite any deleted data in order to safely delete it. The program can also safely delete old information, freeing up additional free disk space. Cleaning your computer with CCleaner is a relatively simple and quick procedure. After installing the application, it is recommended to restart the PC. Before you start using the software, it must be configured to securely delete all temporary documents. To set up the application, follow these steps:

1. Start - Programs.
2. Click Options, and then Here you can select the language, and determine how CCleaner will remove temporary data and clean up disks.
3. Click "Overwrite data (longer)" to enable the drop-down list.
4. From the drop-down list, select the item that uses 3 passes.

After you set this option, the software will overwrite the folders you choose to delete with random data, effectively deleting it from your hard drive. The more passes, the more your document or folder will be overwritten with random data. This reduces the ability to recover this document or folder, but increases the time required for the cleanup process.

Cleaning the hard drive and registry

Whenever you change system configuration information, install software, or perform other common tasks, those changes are reflected and stored in the Windows Registry. To maximize performance, you need to clean your computer regularly. However, over time, the registry accumulates outdated configuration information and settings, including traces of outdated programs. The Registry option allows you to scan and delete such information, improving the overall function and speed of your system, and protecting your privacy and security.

Cleaning up system junk

This feature will remove all temporary data created by Microsoft Windows and most applications that you use on your computer.

1. Click Start - Programs - CCleaner to activate the CCleaner console.
2. Click Cleanup. The CCleaner console, which is responsible for cleaning up system junk, is divided into two panels. The left side displays Windows tabs and applications, while the right side has a blank space to display information or the results of a cleanup operation. Below are the buttons "Analysis" and "Purification". Using the following steps, you will remove temporary data for the items you have checked in the Windows and Applications tabs. Given that different users have different programs installed, your own list of applications may vary slightly.
3. At the bottom of the list of available operations there is a tab "Other". When setting some values, a confirmation dialog box appears explaining what each setting affects. If you enable the Free space cleaning option, you will significantly increase the time required for the cleaning process; make sure you have at least an hour or more for this. Check all options on the Windows and Applications tabs to ensure that temporary data is completely cleared. However, it is important to understand what configurations and settings are removed. Click OK to close the message and continue with the deletion process.
4. Click Analyze to generate and view a list of various temporary documents available for deletion. Close all other programs before starting the cleaning process. If you leave them open, CCleaner may not remove any temporary documents associated with those programs.
5. Click Yes to continue searching for removal.
6. Click "Start Cleaner"
7. Click OK to delete temporary documents.

You have successfully deleted your temporary data from Windows and Applications tabs using CCleaner.

1. Click Registry to clean your registry with CCleaner. The window is divided into the "Registry Integrity" list and a panel that is used to display information about any identified problems.
2. Check all the items in the "Registry Cleanup" list, and then click Scan for Issues to start scanning for registry-related problems that need to be fixed; after a while, your results will appear in the window on the right. As a precaution, before proceeding with fixing the Windows registry, you will be prompted to save a backup document. If a problem occurs after cleaning the Windows registry, you can restore it to its original state using this backup document.
3. Click "Fix Selected" to activate the confirmation dialog. If you forgot where you saved the registry backup file, just search for the .reg extension.
4. Click "Yes" to back up the registry.
5. Click "Save" after you have chosen a location for your backup file. Users with advanced or expert levels will appreciate being able to fix some issues and ignore others, depending on their requirements. Intermediate users and beginners are advised to simply fix all selected issues.
6. Click the right or left arrows to view each issue, and then click Fix Highlighted to fix only the ones you've flagged.

The Windows registry has now been successfully disinfected.

Additional features

The uninstall and launch features of CCleaner can improve the overall efficiency of your system. Read more in the instructions for using the program. If you suspect that cleaning the Windows registry has caused a problem with your system's functioning, the registry backup file created in the previous section can be used to restore the original registry and reduce interference with your system. To restore the original registry, follow these steps:

• Select Start - Run to activate the desired window, and then type regedit.
• Press OK to activate the next screen.
• Select File - Import from the Registry Editor menu bar to activate the Import Registry Files screen, and then select your saved document.
• Click "Open" to activate the following confirmation dialog.
• Click OK to finish restoring the registry backup file.

IMPORTANT. Before you start removing unnecessary software, make sure that the program to be removed is not necessary for the correct operation of your system.

By deleting unused or unwanted previously installed software before launching CCleaner, you can also delete their temporary files and folders. This can reduce the number of temporary files and folders that need to be deleted, as well as the time it takes for the cleanup process. The uninstall feature of CCleaner is the equivalent of the "Uninstall a Program" feature found in the Control Panel. The "Delete" function functions more clearly and quickly. To start removing obsolete programs, follow these steps:

• Launch CCleaner from the desktop icon or from the menu Start - Programs - CCleaner.
• Click Tools and then Uninstall Programs to activate the next screen. The buttons to the right of the Programs to Uninstall list are enabled only after you select a program.
• Select a program from the "Programs to uninstall" list, and then click Uninstall to remove the selected program. Advanced or experienced users can use the "Rename" and "Delete" functions, which can be useful for saving certain software. Any of these features ensures that you are aware of the utility's existence, keeping it safe from hostile or malicious parties who may use your software or its data for personal gain.
• Click "Rename" to rename this utility. Click "Remove" to remove the software from this list without uninstalling it.

The startup program is configured to start automatically when the computer is turned on. Startup programs can affect system resource usage and slow down your computer during startup.

• Click Tools and then Startup to activate the next screen.
• Select the software from those listed in the Startup panel, and then click Disable to prevent the application from starting automatically when you turn on your computer.

To run the tool, open CCleaner, then Tools, and then select Find Duplicates. Here is a list of options that allows you to compare files and determine which ones can be deleted:

• The size;
• Date of change;
• Content.

Make sure that all these parameters are checked, then the file comparison is more accurate. You can choose which files to ignore using the checkboxes in the Ignore section. You can then specify additional drives and/or folders to include or exclude using the Include and Exclude tabs. Click "Search" to start searching. You can delete files by checking the box and selecting Delete. Please note that this is not safe.

The Duplicate Finder module can search for files with the same name, size, modification date, and file content, but it cannot determine which files are needed for the system to work and which of them can be safely deleted. For this reason, it's a good idea to check the file path and, if necessary, the file itself to make sure it's actually a duplicate and not needed on your computer. You can open a file from the Duplicate Finder screen by right-clicking Open File Path, then double-clicking the file in the window that opens. It is also not recommended to delete duplicates that are located in the C:\Program Files folder, as it is likely that these files will be required to run programs. It's usually safe to delete duplicates of your personal images or movies, but still make sure you check the file path and file content before deleting.

To go to the application settings, click the corresponding button on the panel on the left.

Basic settings for CCleaner

This contains the main options for the program, such as startup or context menu options. You can also choose the type of removal that the program uses, as well as configure CCleaner so that it does not remove passwords. For most users, simply deleting files is sufficient. Wipe Free Space - offers a selection of hard drives for cleaning.

Here you can customize the cleaner and choose which cookies to delete each run or which ones to ignore. If you visit certain sites, such as Google or Windows Live, you can set CCleaner to ignore the cookies associated with them, so you won't need to log in after the program ends. Using the arrows in the middle, you can move cookies around to delete or keep when you change your mind.

Inclusions

If you use multiple hard drives but don't want CCleaner to run on one of them, you can select individual folders from it to be included in the scan. Click "Add" to open a new window to provide information about the folders you want to add to your computer's scan. Click "OK" after you're done.

Exceptions

The exclusion options allow you to exempt a folder from being scanned. This is the exact opposite of including folders. Click "Add" and enter the required information. Then click OK.

Additionally

This tab offers some additional options. For a normal user, ignore this set of options. However, if you want to restore CCleaner to default for any reason, you can do so by clicking "Restore Defaults" at the bottom or disable it.

To completely uninstall CCleaner from your computer, use the built-in Add/Remove Programs tool in Control Panel. After uninstalling, restart your PC.

CCleaner, also known as "cc cleaner", "cleaner", "ssleaner", "cycliner", "simple cleaner", "k cleaner" is one of the most popular computer cleaning applications. This is a handy application that even a beginner can use.

The program is characterized by a user-friendly interface. There is a Russian version. Due to the large number of different possibilities, confusion can arise. Therefore, the question arises of how to use CCleaner in order to make the most optimal use of all system resources.

Full set provided simple functions, designed to remove unnecessary files. For beginners this the best option optimize system performance without manual intervention.

It is because of such great functionality that many do not understand what CCleaner is. For deletion, they mark everything in a row, which is often wrong. This may only cause more problems in the future.

Before installation, you should study in detail the basic features and rules of use in order to protect yourself from possible consequences. Therefore, let's figure out what kind of CCleaner program it is.

To do this, you need to go to the official website of the developer. Go to the downloads section and choose the free distribution of CCleaner for Windows 7, 8 or 10. The site also has a scleaner pro, but you will have to pay for a license. This version will expand the functionality a little, but it is worth remembering that, first of all, “s cleaner” is a simple tool, and even in the free version it completely covers all the needs of a standard PC user.

After clicking, you will be taken to the area for selecting the version to download. Here we stop at the free version, and choose one of the available resources to download. If the list contains "CCleaner.com", then you should choose it. Otherwise, there is not much difference from where to download.

The installation process is quite simple. To do this, you will need to run the installer. Select a language from the list and click install.
Then follow the installer's instructions. If you don't have Chrome browser on your device, you will probably be prompted for an automatic installation.

After the process is completed, a shortcut will appear on the desktop. Run it to set up the basic elements to properly clean the system.

How to use CCleaner: what to remove and what to leave on the computer?

When launched, the application's working window appears in front of you. To carry out the standard cleaning procedure, you should click on the "Analysis" button. The program will learn which files can be deleted. After that, press the "Clear" button. This will remove the found items.

After installation, the application will free up a large amount of space if the user has not performed such a procedure before. In this mode, the cleaning is not carried out completely, and it is sharpened so that nothing on the computer is broken. For a more professional cleaning, you should know how to properly set up CCleaner cleaning so as not to delete important files.

Browser cache: Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox

This is one of the important points. The list of available browsers is located on the sidebar. Most often, the Cleaner deletes the following files:

1. Cache. These are the elements that are required to load web pages. Removing them can free up a small amount of disk space. This results in a slowdown in page loading. From time to time it is worth doing such a cleaning, because. you visit some sites infrequently (or even visited once), and graphic design elements will take up disk space, and this can slow down the system as a whole;
2. Session. This is also an important point. These files are used for authorization on resources. When cleaning them, you will need to go through this step again. The situation, as with files, is from time to time to update the data, and delete those that you no longer use.

If you want to use CCleaner for proper cleaning, you should be conscious about this process.

Thumbnail cache and other Windows Explorer cleanup items

Removing these items causes a slowdown in the loading of the operating system explorer. That is, each time the thumbnails of objects (photos, the first frames of the video, etc.) will be created anew. Additional data overwrite operations Negative influence to the disc and shorten its life. Deletion only makes sense if you want to preserve privacy or want to free up as much disk space as possible.

Temporary files

Cleaning free space CCleaner to free from temporary resources is enabled automatically. Usually they do not take up much space, but they can significantly simplify the operation of the system. Another thing is if such files have accumulated a significant amount. Here it is recommended to carefully study the list of files to be deleted before clicking the clear button.

Uninstalling programs

If you go to the control panel for installed programs, you can select items to remove. To do this, you just need to hover over the desired item in the list, select it and click the "Uninstall" button. All components of this application will be removed.

Editing the startup list

When the operating system boots, some programs are loaded automatically. It is convenient to start antivirus, driver files and other services automatically. But there are programs that significantly slow down the performance of the system and affect the download speed. As a rule, it is enough to disable those programs about which you know nothing and reboot. If after that everything you need has worked, then leave it like that. If we notice that one of the programs we use does not start, then we have disabled the component required for its operation, and we should enable it back.

Formatting disks

Here you can configure CCleaner to erase disks. This is required in cases where it is necessary to delete irretrievably unnecessary files. To do this, select a drive from the list and specify the space you want to destroy. You should also choose the number of passes. The more of them, the more difficult it is to recover lost data. This function is useful, for example, before selling a computer or a flash drive, so that the buyer definitely cannot recover the data. Now you know what it is - erasing disks CCleaner.

Working with restore points

In the tools section, there is an item System Restore. Saved system restore points are displayed here. A restore point is actually a snapshot of the state of the operating system at a specific point in time. Using such a point, you can "roll back" to a stable version of the system state, for example, after an unsuccessful installation of a driver or software. Ccleaner allows you to view the list existing elements, and remove them if necessary.

Cleaning the registry in CCleaner

Many argue that cleaning the registry can speed up system performance. There is some truth in this, but this is no longer about speed, but about the stability of the system. Ccleaner is able to search and match various dependencies described in registry files. Cleaning the registry from junk entries is necessary from time to time, because. not all running programs correctly remove traces of their activities. When cleaning, it is recommended to make a backup in order to recover lost data in case of failure. The program may erroneously identify one of the keys as invalid. As a result, the components necessary for operation will be removed. In order to make a backup copy of the registry, it is enough after clicking on the button to fix the selected one, agree to create such a copy.

Service section in CCleaner, or section with Tools

This item is very useful and allows you to deal with a lot of unnecessary data. Let's see how to use CCleaner in this section.

Manage installed programs

Here you will be able to manipulate the already installed software. The following actions are provided:

• renaming a file;
• complete removal of the program from the device;
• saving a list of installed applications.

Windows Startup Cleanup

This section allows you to enable or disable autoloading of items in the specified list. Autoload is not needed for those programs that are practically not used by the system. Therefore, they can be safely disabled to save resources.

Browser add-ons

Disk Analysis

Using this tool, you will be able to find out which files are taking up the most disk space. If desired, select the desired file and delete it from the system.

Search for duplicates

it useful tool, which allows you to remove duplicate files and free up disk space. Be careful not to remove important system items. It is especially convenient to use this tool to search for duplicate photos.

Erasing discs

This makes it possible to remove all files that are not in use. Select a local disk and specify the list of items to be erased. Check the files carefully.

CCleaner settings

Settings

• enable automatic cleaning on boot;
• constant check for updates;
• complete deletion of files.

Cookies

It is not necessary to delete all this data daily. Here you can set a list of websites that will be an exception and will not be deleted during cleaning.

Enable deleting specific files

To not clear all files, you can select this item. Then, during analysis and cleaning, these files will remain untouched.

Exceptions

Specify what should not be removed during cleanup. The list of such files is specified by the user himself.

Tracking

By default, these are alerts that tell the user that it's time to do a purge. This is an optional feature that can be disabled to conserve system resources.

Video using CCleaner

For optimal use of the utility's capabilities, it is recommended to watch the video. Here you can learn how to completely remove CCleaner from your computer.

All in all, CCleaner is a useful piece of software when used correctly.

It just so happened that maintaining the performance of a computer on its own is quite difficult. This is due to the fact that the system gradually becomes clogged with unnecessary files, folders, programs, registry settings and other information, which will slowly but surely lead to the fact that the computer will slow down a lot. In order to perform a comprehensive cleaning of the system, the CCleaner program was implemented.

CCleaner is a popular software that is aimed at comprehensive computer cleaning. The program has in its arsenal a lot of functions and features, using them correctly, you can achieve maximum computer performance. That is why we will look at how to use the CCleaner program.

First of all, let's say a few words about the program interface. The main tabs are located in the left area. By opening one or another tab, the functions and settings of the program (or another set of tabs) will be displayed to the right. The largest third part, located in the right area of ​​the window, as a rule, allows you to run a particular function, as well as monitor the execution process.

How to clean the system from temporary files and garbage?

Over time, Windows accumulates a huge amount of garbage that the programs you install leave behind. The problem is that junk remains in the system even after you remove all unnecessary programs.

In the left tab open the tab "Cleaning" . Slightly to the right you will see two tabs - Windows and "Applications" . The first tab is responsible for system files and programs, and the second, respectively, for third-party ones.

Under the open tab, a list of components with which the program will work will be displayed. Please note that not all items are ticked in the program. Read all the items carefully and, if necessary, check (or uncheck) the boxes. If you do not know what this or that item is responsible for, it is better not to mark it.

So, for example, in the tab Windows in the block "Other" point is located "Clean up free space" , which is recommended to be noted only in extreme cases, because Otherwise, the cleaning process of the program may be delayed for many hours.

Before the program can clean up, the analysis must be run. There is a button in the center of the window. "Analysis" , which will run a check for garbage and temporary files for both system applications and third-party ones.

Please note that in order to analyze the information accumulated in the browser, it is necessary that all web browsers on the computer be closed. If you cannot close the browser at the moment, then it is better to exclude it from the CCleaner list.

When the data analysis is completed, the program center will display a report on the files found, as well as the amount of space they occupy. To clear all detected files, click the button "Cleaning" .

You can also exclude certain files from the list. To do this, select those files that CCleaner should not delete (if there are several files, hold down the Ctrl key), and then click on the "Clean" button or right-click on the selected files and select "Cleaning" .

As a result, those files that we selected will remain in the system.

How to clean the registry?

The registry is an essential component of Windows, which is a database responsible for storing settings and configurations of both the system and third-party applications.

The registry gets clogged up quite quickly, tk. installing and removing programs, the files remain in the registry, thereby causing not only a decrease in the speed of the computer, but also the appearance of “brakes” over time.

We have already talked about how to clean the registry in CCleaner in more detail in one of the previous articles on our website.

How to uninstall programs with CCleaner?

With CCleaner, you can also remove unnecessary programs from your computer. It is noteworthy that you can uninstall not only third-party programs and applications, but also standard ones, which are especially preinstalled in Windows 10.

In order to remove unnecessary programs through CCleaner, go to the tab "Service" "Remove Programs" . The screen will display common list both third-party and standard programs.

Highlight the program you want to remove from your computer, and then click the button "Uninstall" . Finish the process of uninstalling the program.

How to remove programs from Windows startup?

Many programs after installation really want to get into Windows startup. Programs in startup will automatically start every time you start your computer and, accordingly, if there are too many of them, the system will slow down a lot, spending a lot of time to start all applications.

To edit the programs included in Windows startup, open the tab in CCleaner "Service" and go to subtab.

The screen will display a list of all programs installed on the computer. Some programs have a status "Yes" , about some "Not" . In the first case, this means that the program is located at startup, and in the second case, it is absent.

If you want to remove a program from startup, select it with one mouse click, and then click on the button "Switch off" .

In the same way, the program is added to startup. To do this, select the program with a mouse click, and then click on the button "Turn on" .

How to disable browser add-ons?

Add-ons are miniature programs, an overabundance of which can significantly undermine both the speed and stability of the browser, and the system as a whole.

The CCleaner program allows you to disable unnecessary add-ons from all browsers installed on your computer at once. In addition, CCleaner will become an indispensable assistant in the event that the browser refuses to start due to an incorrectly working add-on.

To clear the list of browser add-ons, go to the tab "Service" , and then open the subtab "Browser Add-ons" .

A list of your browsers will appear in the top center area of ​​the window. Highlight the desired browser to go to its list of installed add-ons. Select the unwanted add-on with a mouse click, and then click on the button "Switch off" . In the same way, you can activate the work of disabled add-ons by clicking on the button "Turn on" .

How do I remove duplicate files from my computer?

Over time, a huge number of files are accumulated on the computer, which may have twin brothers. CCleaner allows you to scan the system for duplicates and, if they are found, safely delete them.

To do this, go to the tab in the program "Service" and open subtab "Search for duplicates" . In the window that opens, if necessary, configure the filter, for example, by specifying the maximum file size or the specific drive on which the scan will be performed, and then in the lower area of ​​the window, click the button "Find" .

Select unnecessary files by checking the box next to each take, and then click on the button "Delete Selected" .

How to restore the system?

When you make major changes to Windows, rollback checkpoints are created in the system, which allow you to return the system to a selected period of time.

If you need to perform a system restore, open the tab "System" and go to subtab "System Restore" . All available rollback points will be displayed on the screen. To restore the system, highlight the point, and then click on the button "Reestablish" .

How to erase discs?

Erasing disks is one of the most interesting features of CCleaner, which allows you to erase both the entire disk and only the free space on it.

The fact is that after removing the program (especially in the standard way), traces remain in the system, which make it possible, if necessary, to easily restore the deleted file, program, etc.

To increase the stability of the operating system, as well as ensure that files and programs cannot be restored, go to the CCleaner tab "Service" , and then open the subtab "Erase Discs" .

In the window that opens, near the item "Wash" You will have two options to choose from: "Only free space" and "Entire disk (all data will be destroyed)" .

Near point "Way" you will be prompted to select the number of overwrites. In order for the process to complete faster, 1 pass is marked by default.

And, finally, below you will be asked to select the disk (s) with which the program will work. Click the button to start the erasing process. "Erase" .

How to update CCleaner?

The free version of CCleaner does not have an automatic update function, so you will have to check for updates and install a new version of the program yourself.

To do this, go to the tab Upgrade , and then in the lower right corner by the button "Check for updates" .

You will be redirected to the developer's website, where you can see if your computer has the latest version of the program or if it needs to be updated. From here, if necessary, you can download an updated version of the program, which you will later need to install on your computer.

CCleaner is a really useful program, the skillful use of which will allow you to keep your computer "clean". We hope that with the help of this article you were able to understand the basic functions of this unique program.