{"id":2984,"date":"2021-10-11T12:07:38","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T12:07:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/?p=2984"},"modified":"2021-10-11T12:07:41","modified_gmt":"2021-10-11T12:07:41","slug":"how-to-defrag-a-computer-on-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/how-to-defrag-a-computer-on-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Defrag a Computer on Windows 10?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Help, how to defrag a dell computer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMy dell computer is nearly 3 years old and recently, I notice it is running rather slowly. To find a way out, recently, I kept searching on the internet trying to find some workarounds to fix it. Finally, I heard people say disk defragmentation can boost up the performance of your hard disk.&nbsp; However, I\u2019m completely a novice in computing and obviously, I have no idea how to do it. Could anyone make a explanation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why defrag a computer on Windows 10?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, the hard disk of a Windows 10 PC will eventually suffer from performance loss when files on your hard disk are fragmented. In this way, the files\u2019 part will be scattered throughout the hard disk and thus, it takes much more time to read and write. And in return, the speed of your computer is reduced. Defragging a computer on Windows 10 is to reorganize files on its hard disks, put their part back together and make them stay in clusters adjacent to each other. So, the PC will run fast and smoothly again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to defrag a PC?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to defrag your computer too often, because only in these cases, disk defragmentation is necessary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. A plenty of files have been added,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Only around 15% of available disk space left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. A new program or a new version of Windows is installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Fragmentation exceeds 15%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to defrag a computer securely?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although fragmentation brings much trouble to a computer, luckily, there\u2019re some practical methods to fix it. In the following paragraphs, the top 2 programs for disk defragmentation will be introduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 1. Use windows built-in defragmenter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-4.png\" alt=\" How to Defrag a Computer \" class=\"wp-image-2990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-4.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-4-300x232.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can easily find a built-in disk defragmenter on Windows 10, 8, and 7.&nbsp; Just type \u201cdefrag\u201d in the search box on the lower left of the screen and hit \u201cDefragment and Optimize drives\u201d to bring up the window of defragmentation. Then, select the target disk and click on \u201cAnalyze\u201d to see whether the defrag is needed. If fragmentation exceeds 15%, then proceed to click on the \u201cOptimize\u201d button. It usually takes several minutes before the process is completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: By clicking on \u201cChanging settings\u201d, you can schedule defragmentation to let it run on a regular basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 2. Use third-party defragmenter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How to defrag a PC? As you can see, \u201cDefragment and Optimize drives\u201d is indeed convenient for disk defragmentation and it has a large userbase around the world. However, some users respond that after defragmentation the fragmentation rate stays unchanged or sometimes, they can\u2019t even successfully open the defragmenter. So, here, I recommend a more secure and powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diskpart.com\/free-partition-manager.html?utm_source=article&amp;utm_medium=anchor&amp;utm_campaign=techtodayinfo&amp;utm_content=anchor-lmj-20211011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free partition manager<\/a> \u2013 AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard \u2013 which helps defrag hard disks more efficiently and thoroughly. Then whole process only takes several clicks and meanwhile, unlike its counterpart Smart Defrag, this freeware contains now bundleware. What\u2019s more, this program contains other useful features including disk format and hard drive wiping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to defrag a computer? Try the best free way to get it done with ease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>. Install and launch AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard. Then, click on \u201cDisk Defrag\u201d in the left menu of the main interface or right-click on the targe disk and select \u201cDisk Defrag\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-5.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 1\" class=\"wp-image-2991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-5.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-5-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>. Tick the target disk and click on \u201cAnalyze\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-6.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 2\" class=\"wp-image-2992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-6.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-6-300x220.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3<\/strong>. After the analysis is completed, the disk will be scored in terms of fragmentation rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-7.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 3\" class=\"wp-image-2993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-7.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-7-300x220.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>. Launch the defragmentation by clicking on the \u201cDefrag\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-8.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 4\" class=\"wp-image-2994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-8.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-8-300x220.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When the defrag is finished, the disk will be scored again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-9.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 5\" class=\"wp-image-2995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-9.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-9-300x220.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can we defrag an SSD to enhance its performance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Should we defrag an SSD on Windows 10? The answer is negative. SSD and HDD share different working principles. SSD is able to read data scattered through different clusters as fast as read data adjacent to each other while HDD can\u2019t. For all practical purposes, if you defrag an SSD, unnecessary wear and tear will be caused and in return, lifespan of the hard drive will be shortened. However, what if you do want to optimize your SSD? Luckily, by upgrading AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard to its Professional edition, you can enjoy the feature of SSD 4K alignment with which, you can make the SSD work to its full potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"628\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-10.png\" alt=\"How to Defrag a Computer 6\" class=\"wp-image-2996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-10.png 628w, https:\/\/www.techtodayinfo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/image-10-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 628px) 100vw, 628px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How to defrag a computer on Windows 10? This time, you\u2019ve learnt both what defrag is and 2 ways to defrag a computer. The Windows 10 built-in defragmenter and third-party disk management software utility AOMEI Partition Assistant Standard are great tools but have some differences. As for me, I prefer the latter one for its user-friendly intuitive interface and it\u2019s so functional that I can do more than defragmentation. Then, I mentioned by upgrading to the Pro edition, you can use the feature of SSD 4K alignment which helps you get the most out of the hard disk. Of course, in the Pro version, there\u2019re other more practical features including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diskpart.com\/windows-10\/split-partition-windows-10-0528.html?utm_source=article&amp;utm_medium=anchor&amp;utm_campaign=techtodayinfo&amp;utm_content=anchor-lmj-20211011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">splitting partitions<\/a> and free space allocation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Help, how to defrag a dell computer? \u201cMy dell computer is nearly 3 years old and recently, I notice it<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2659,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[74],"tags":[1425,1427,1428,1429,1426],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Defrag a Computer on Windows 10? - Tech Today Info<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How to defrag a computer on your Windows 10 PC? 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