We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kimber Streams Kimber Streams is a writer who has been covering laptops and ...

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If you are wondering why is the AppData Local Packages folder so huge in Windows 11/10, and how to clean the AppData folder, then you are in the right place as we plan to answer all these questions. I ...