How to Delete $GetCurrent folder in Windows 10
The $GetCurrent folder is a hidden folder that is created in the root directory of the C drive during the upgrade process.
The $GetCurrent folder contains log files about the last Windows 10 upgrade process, and may also contain the installation files for that update. The $GetCurrent folder can take up around 3.38 GB or so of space if it does contain leftover Windows Update installation files. Otherwise, it would only be around a small 192 KB in size.
If you don’t need to review the log files and have successfully finished installing the latest Windows Update, you can safely delete the $GetCurrent folder.
This tutorial will show you how to safely delete the $GetCurrent folder in Windows 10.
You must be signed in as an administrator to delete the $GetCurrent folder.
Contents
- Option One: To Delete $GetCurrent Folder in File Explorer
- Option Two: To Delete $GetCurrent Folder in Elevated Command Prompt
EXAMPLE: $GetCurrent folder
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1 Open File Explorer (Win+E).
2 If you haven't already, you will need to click/tap on the View tab, and check the Hidden items box in the ribbon. (see screenshot below)
3 Open the WindowsC: drive, right click or press and hold on the $GetCurrent folder, and click/tap on Delete. (see screenshot below)
4 If prompted, click/tap on Continue to approve.
5 If you like, you can uncheck the Hidden items box in the ribbon. (see screenshot below)
6 By default, the $GetCurrent folder will be moved to the Recycle Bin. When ready, you can empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete the $GetCurrent folder.
1 Open an elevated command prompt.
2 Copy and paste the command below into the elevated command prompt, and press Enter. (see screenshot below)
RD /S /Q "C:\$GetCurrent"
3 When finished, you can close the elevated command prompt if you like.
That's it,
Shawn
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