The best memory analysis tools
In this practical tip, we will introduce you to the best memory analysis tools and provide you with the associated download links.
1. Storage space analysis with Xinorbis
Xinorbis is a free tool that lets you scan your hard drive.
- You decide whether to scan the entire hard disk or just individual folders.
- When the scanning process is complete, you can see in detail which file takes up how much storage space. Sort the results by size to identify the largest memory guzzlers.
- For a better view, Xinorbis also shows the results in pie charts.
2. Find free space with TreeSize Free
TreeSize Free is also a free application that lets you see where there is still a little storage space hidden. This makes sense especially if you have more than one hard drive.
- The analysis with TreeSize Free takes place immediately and does not take much time
- As in an Explorer, you can see how much memory individual folders and subfolders take up. With various symbols you can also find out where there is free space.
- Information about the permissions via a folder is also interesting. For folders that not everyone should see, check the security settings with TreeSize Free.
3. The all-rounder: CCleaner
The CCleaner is one of the best known tools when it comes to mucking out your own hard drive:
- The CCleaner scans your computer in a few seconds and shows you the files that you can confidently delete.
- However, you also decide whether, for example, the browser cache should be retained.
- Depending on how often you use the CCleaner, you can free up several GB of storage space. This makes the program not just an analysis tool, it also helps with tidying up. You can find more information in these instructions.
