How to Fix Windows 8.1 Lags

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Press Windows Key + C simultaneously.

   This will open the Charms Bar. ,,,,, Select all the partitions, and then click the "Optimize" button.
   
   The process of defragmenting all drives will take several hours depending on the size of content stored on your your hard disk. , While waiting for the defragmentation, you can set up an optimization schedule. , Select the preferred frequency; for example, daily, weekly or monthly. , Click the OK button. ,
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   Step 2: Click the Search icon.

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   Step 3: Type "optimize" in the Search Box.

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   Step 4: Click the Settings icon.

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   Step 5: Open "Defragment and optimize your drives" from the Search Results page.

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   Step 6: Optimize Drives application will list all the partitions in a list box.

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   Step 7: Click the "Change Settings" button.

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   Step 8: Check the box named "Run on a schedule".

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   Step 9: Select all the partitions for scheduled defragmentation.

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    Step 10: Do not close the program until the defragmentation process is completed.

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