Issue Description
Poor disk partitioning can lead to wasted space and storage confusion.
Common Causes
- Single large partition
- Unused unallocated space
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Open Disk Management
- Right-click Start → Disk Management
Step 2: Shrink Existing Volume
- Right-click C: drive → Shrink Volume
- Enter shrink size → Shrink
Step 3: Create New Partition
- Right-click Unallocated space
- Select New Simple Volume
- Follow wizard and assign drive letter
Step 4: Format the Partition
- Choose NTFS
- Complete formatting
Explore Further
- Convert MBR to GPT
- Use third-party partition tools
Prevention & Best Practices
Always back up data before partition changes.