If you’ve used Disk Cleanup to free up space on your device, then see a Low disk space error, your Temp folder may quickly fill up with application files (.appx) used by the Microsoft Store. In today’s release, we’ll walk you through the steps to clear the Temp folder from .appx files so you can regain storage on your Windows 10 computer.
A temporary directory or temporary folder is a directory on a storage medium, such as a hard drive, used to store temporary files. Generally, this directory is named TEMP and may contain files ending in .tmp.
AppX is the application distribution file format. Files with a APPX extension are basically an application package ready for distribution and installation.
Traditional computer applications have relied on clunky installers called wizards to sort and configure program components, but this paradigm does not work well on multiple mobile platforms. The AppX approach is particularly effective for distributing applications adapted to several devices, including PCs, tablets and smartphones.
Low disk space error due to full Temp folder
If you are faced with this Low disk space problem, you will need to reset the store by running the Windows Store app troubleshooter, clear the store cache and run the Windows Update troubleshooter and see if that helps fix the problem.
Here are the steps in the order you can follow to resolve the issue.
1]To run the Windows Store app troubleshooter to reset the Microsoft Store, follow these steps:
- To select Start >Settings > Update and security > Troubleshoot.
- Scroll down and select Windows Store apps from the list,
- To select Run the troubleshooter.
2]To clear the Microsoft Store cache, do the following:
- Press the Windows logo key + R to open the Run dialog box
- In the Run dialog box, type wsreset.exe and press Enter.
A blank command prompt window will open, and after about ten seconds the window will close and the store will open automatically.
3]To run the Windows Update troubleshooter, follow these steps:
- To select Start > Settings > Update and security > Troubleshoot.
- Scroll down and select Windows Update from the list.
- To select Run the troubleshooter.
4]Restart your computer and see if you still experience Low disk space problem.
I hope this helps you!
