Improve Your Laptop’s Performance: 7 Home Improvements You Can Make

Improving your laptop’s performance can be done without having to visit a technician, and there are a few simple steps you can take at home.

Here are 7 steps you can try:

Clear Junk Files

Over time, laptops will accumulate a lot of junk files (temporary files, browser cache, etc.). You can use built-in tools like Disk Cleanup in Windows or apps like CCleaner to clean up unnecessary files.

Uninstall Unnecessary Apps

Check for apps you no longer use and uninstall them. Unused apps can slow down system performance and take up storage space.

Check Programs That Run at Startup

Some apps start automatically when your laptop is turned on. You can disable unnecessary apps from Task Manager (Windows) or System Preferences (Mac).

Add RAM (Memory)

If your laptop supports it, adding RAM can provide a significant performance boost, especially for heavy tasks like video editing or gaming.

Update Drivers and Operating System

Make sure all hardware drivers and operating system are up to date. These updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements.

Defragment Your Hard Drive (for HDDs)

If you have a mechanical hard drive (HDD), defragment it periodically to rearrange scattered files, speeding up data access. (This isn’t necessary for SSDs.)

Check Hard Drive or SSD Health

Use an app to check the health of your hard drive or SSD. Sometimes, slow performance can be caused by hardware that’s nearing the end of its life.

These steps can improve your laptop’s performance without breaking the bank.