How to Check How Much Space a Program Takes Up in Windows

If you're looking to find out how much space a specific program occupies on your Windows computer, there are several straightforward methods to do so. Let’s go through them in detail.

Method 1: Using Windows Settings

Open the Start menu and go to Settings.
Select the Apps section (sometimes called Apps & Features).
Here, you'll see a list of all installed programs. Next to each app, you'll find information about how much disk space it uses.

Method 2: Control Panel

Open the Control Panel by searching for it in the Start menu or using the Win + R keyboard shortcut and typing control.
Select Programs, then click on Programs and Features.
In this list, you’ll see all installed programs along with their size on disk.

Method 3: Using Windows File Explorer

You can also check a program's size by navigating to the folder where it’s installed.

Open File Explorer and go to the Program Files or Program Files (x86) folder on the C drive (or whichever drive the program is installed on).
Find the folder with the program’s name, right-click on it, and select Properties.
The folder’s size, which shows the disk space the program occupies, will be displayed in the window.

Tips and Warnings

If you need more space on your disk, consider clearing temporary files before uninstalling any programs, as these files can take up a significant amount of space. Additionally, be aware that some programs create extra data and cache files, which may not always be reflected in the program's reported size.

Now you know how to check the disk space used by programs, making it easier to manage storage on your Windows device!