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        "content": "how%20do%20I%20delete%20cash%20and%20temporary%20internet%20files"
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        "content": "What operating system and browser(s) are you using? (\u201cWindows,\u201d \u201cmacOS,\u201d \u201ciPhone,\u201d \u201cAndroid,\u201d or the name of the browser like Chrome, Safari, Edge, etc.) I can walk you through the exact steps for your setup.  \n\nIn the meantime, here are general instructions covering both browser cache & temporary files on computers:\n\n---\n\n## 1. Clear Browser Cache / Temporary Internet Files\n\nEach browser has its own cache (temporary internet files) where it stores parts of websites so they\u2019ll load faster next time. It\u2019s safe to delete these; occasionally they cause problems with websites. ([digitaltrends.com](https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-clear-your-browser-cache/?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere\u2019s how to clear them:\n\n| Browser | Windows / Mac |\n|---|---|\n| **Google Chrome** | \u2022 Press **Ctrl + Shift + Delete** (Windows) or **\u2318 + Shift + Delete** (Mac) \u2192 in the \u201cClear browsing data\u201d screen, check **Cached images and files** (uncheck others if you don\u2019t want to delete cookies/passwords) \u2192 pick time\u2010range \u2192 click **Clear data**. ([digitaltrends.com](https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-clear-your-browser-cache/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Mozilla Firefox** | \u2022 Menu \u2192 **Settings** \u2192 **Privacy & Security** \u2192 under \u201cCookies and Site Data,\u201d click **Clear Data** \u2192 select \u201cCached Web Content.\u201d Or use the keyboard shortcut above. ([uit.stanford.edu](https://uit.stanford.edu/service/helpdesk/clear-cache?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Microsoft Edge** | \u2022 Menu (\u2026) \u2192 **Settings** \u2192 **Privacy, search, and services** \u2192 under \u201cClear browsing data,\u201d choose what to clear \u2192 select \u201cCached images and files\u201d \u2192 click **Clear now**. ([digitaltrends.com](https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-clear-your-browser-cache/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Safari (Mac)** | \u2022 Preferences \u2192 Advanced \u2192 enable \u201cShow Develop menu in menu bar.\u201d From the **Develop** menu \u2192 **Empty Caches**. To remove history and website data: choose **Clear History\u2026** from the menu. ([digitaltrends.com](https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-clear-your-browser-cache/?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n## 2. Delete System \u201cTemporary Internet Files\u201d & Other Temp Files (Windows)\n\nWindows also has system-level temporary files including \u201cTemporary Internet Files\u201d or cache folders used by browsers or Internet Explorer. Clearing these frees up space and resolves some errors. ([bitdefender.com](https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/answer/2138/?utm_source=openai))\n\n### Methods:\n\n**A. Disk Cleanup / Storage settings (Windows 10 / 11)**  \n1. Search for and open **Disk Cleanup** \u2192 choose the drive (often C:).  \n2. In the list, check \u201cTemporary Internet Files,\u201d \u201cTemporary files,\u201d etc.  \n3. If available, click **Clean up system files** to expose more categories like Windows Update leftovers.  \n4. Confirm and delete. ([microsoft.com](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/learning-center/how-to-delete-temporary-files?msockid=06a36bef5c946fca32397d1f5d596e05&utm_source=openai))  \n\nOr via Settings \u2192 **System \u2192 Storage \u2192 Temporary Files** \u2192 select what to remove \u2192 click **Remove Files**. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/743633/how-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-10/?utm_source=openai))\n\n**B. Manually via File Explorer**  \n1. Press **Windows + R**, type `%temp%`, hit Enter \u2192 this opens your user-temp folder. Delete contents.  \n2. Also go to `C:\\Windows\\Temp` and similarly delete files. Skip any files currently \u201cin use\u201d. ([microsoft.com](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/learning-center/how-to-delete-temporary-files?msockid=06a36bef5c946fca32397d1f5d596e05&utm_source=openai))  \n\n**C. For Internet Explorer / Old Windows versions**  \n- Temporary Internet Files folder might be under:  \n  `C:\\Users\\[username]\\AppData\\Local\\Microsoft\\Windows\\Temporary Internet Files` or `INetCache`. ([bitdefender.com](https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/answer/2138/?utm_source=openai))  \n- You can delete files here manually, but Internet Explorer should be closed first. ([bitdefender.com](https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/answer/2138/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you tell me your OS and browser(s), I can tailor the steps for your device."
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        "role": "user",
        "content": "windows%2011%20and%20chrome%20with%20jaws"
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        "content": "Here\u2019s how to delete cache, \u201cTemporary Internet Files,\u201d and other temporary/system files in **Windows 11** while using **Google Chrome** plus the screen reader **JAWS**. The steps below include keyboard shortcuts and are designed to be as accessible as possible.\n\n---\n\n## 1. Clear Chrome Cache & Browsing Data\n\nThese steps remove cached images/files and optionally cookies, etc., in Chrome.\n\n1. Open Chrome.\n2. Press **Ctrl + Shift + Delete**. This opens the \u201cClear browsing data\u201d dialog. ([support.google.com](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/157179?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en&utm_source=openai))  \n3. In the dialog:\n   - Use **Tab** to move between fields.\n   - Choose \u201cTime range\u201d (e.g. *Last hour*, *24 hours*, or *All time*)\u2014Tab to the dropdown and select. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/698985/how-to-clear-chrome-browsing-data-with-a-keyboard-shortcut/?utm_source=openai))  \n   - Check \u201cCached images and files.\u201d (You may also check Cookies and other site data if needed.) ([windowsreport.com](https://windowsreport.com/windows-11-delete-temporary-files/?utm_source=openai))  \n4. Once fields are set, Tab until the \u201cClear data\u201d (or \u201cClear now\u201d) button is focused, then press **Enter** to run. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/698985/how-to-clear-chrome-browsing-data-with-a-keyboard-shortcut/?utm_source=openai))  \n\nJAWS will likely announce interface elements like \u201ccombo box,\u201d \u201ccheckbox,\u201d or \u201cbutton,\u201d so listening carefully helps confirm you\u2019re in the right place.\n\n---\n\n## 2. Delete System & Windows Temporary Files\n\nThese steps clean up files that Windows and apps leave behind (not just browser cache).\n\n### A. Via Settings\n\n1. Press **Windows key + I** to open Settings.  \n2. Press **Tab** until the focus is on \u201cSystem,\u201d then **Enter**.  \n3. Tab to \u201cStorage,\u201d **Enter**.  \n4. Tab to \u201cTemporary files,\u201d **Enter**. ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/top-ways-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))  \n5. Tab through the list of file types (Temporary files, Downloaded files, Recycle Bin, etc.). Use Space or Enter to check/uncheck.  \n6. Tab to \u201cRemove files,\u201d then **Enter** to delete. ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/top-ways-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n### B. Using Disk Cleanup\n\n1. Press **Windows + S** (or Windows key) to open Search \u2014 type `Disk Cleanup`.  \n2. When the Disk Cleanup app appears, press **Enter**.  \n3. Choose the drive (usually C:), press **Enter**.  \n4. Tab through and check \u201cTemporary Internet Files,\u201d \u201cTemporary files,\u201d etc. Use Space to select.  \n5. (Optional) Tab to \u201cClean up system files\u201d and **Enter** to include system-level temp files.  \n6. Tab to \u201cOK\u201d then \u201cDelete Files\u201d to confirm. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/free-up-drive-space-in-windows-85529ccb-c365-490d-b548-831022bc9b32?utm_source=openai))  \n\n### C. Manually Delete Temp Folder Files\n\n1. Press **Windows + R** to open the Run dialog.  \n2. Type `%temp%` and press **Enter** \u2014 this opens your user temporary folder.  \n3. Press **Ctrl + A** to select all, then **Delete** (use Shift + Delete if you want permanent deletion). If prompted that some files are in use, choose \u201cSkip.\u201d ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/top-ways-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))  \n4. Repeat: Windows + R, then type `temp` (no % signs), Enter \u2192 open system temp folder, delete as above. ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/top-ways-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## 3. Optional Automation\n\n- You can turn **on Storage Sense** so Windows automatically cleans temporary files on a schedule. Go to **Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Storage \u2192 Storage Sense** and toggle it on. You can customize the cleanup schedule. ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/top-ways-to-delete-temporary-files-on-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))  \n- For repeated tasks, you could use a batch script or scheduled task to clear `%temp%` folders. Use with caution if unfamiliar.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can give you a tailored checklist for navigating via JAWS (which keys to use, how announcements go) so it's easier when you're actually doing this. Do you want that?"
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