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Using A Batch File to Clear Memory

Summary: Learn How to clear memory on Windows using a batch file. Optimize your computers performance by removing cache and temp files with this step-by-step guide.

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Instructions

Creating and Using a Batch file.

This Memory cleaner batch file automatically clears all the cache and temp files.

  1. Open Notepad and then paste the following code into it.
%windir%\system32\rundll32.exe advapi32.dll,ProcessIdleTasks
  1. Save the notepad file as cleaner.bat. Save the file on your desktop and now run the bat file to clear Memory.
Warning: Editing system files can damage your computer. Copy the code correctly as it is.
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Article Number: 000135233
Article Type: How To
Last Modified: 16 Oct 2023
Version:  6
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Last Modified: 16 Oct 2023
Version:  6
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