Pagefile.sys too big in Windows 11
Nov 12, 2026
Have you noticed that Pagefile.sys is taking up too much storage space on your Windows 11 PC?
Since this file plays an important role in virtual memory management, deleting it without understanding its purpose can affect system performance.
In this video, I will explain what Pagefile.sys is, how much space it should use, and how to fix it when it becomes too large.
Link: https://www.thewindowsclub.com/pagefile-sys-too-big-in-windows
00:00 Intro
00:22 Enable Windows to manage the page file automatically
00:49 Reset the Page file
01:02 Extend the C drive
01:41 Move the page file to another drive
02:15 Set a custom page file maximum size
Other Links: https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-reset-virtual-memory-or-page-file-in-windows
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/extend-c-drive-in-windows-11-with-unallocated-space
https://www.thewindowsclub.com/create-new-resize-extend-partition-disk-management-tool
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