How to enable / disable NTFS compression in Windows to improve performance: - NTFS file compression is a feature available on Windows operating systems. The NTFS file compression feature plays an important role in compressing files to save space on NTFS hard drives. This feature works perfectly in some situations and with some file types. But in some other cases, it may degrade system performance as it is a resource-intensive process. If so, you may want to disable or enable the NTFS file compression feature available in Windows. Well, don't worry. You are in the right place. Immerse yourself in the article to explore the best ways to efficiently disable or enable the NTFS file compression feature in Windows.
Method 1: Make changes in the Local Group Policy Editor
1 STEP
- print WIN + R keys together to open the file run the dialog box. When it opens, type gpedit.msc and press the Enter key.
2 STEP
PHASE 3
- In the new window that opens, select the radio button corresponding to Qualified option a deactivate the file compression function as shown in the screenshot below. When you are done, press To apply Y ok buttons.
PHASE 4
- VIA Enable file compression function, select the radio button corresponding to Disabled option as shown in the screenshot below. When you are done, press To apply Y ok buttons.
That is. Reboot the system for the changes to take over. If it doesn't work for you, you can try the other 2 methods explained below.
Method 2: Using Command Prompt
1 STEP
- First, open the file Symbol of the system in administrator mode. For this, start writing cmd looking for windows and when Symbol of the system appears in the search results, right click on it and choose the file Run as administrator option.
2 STEP
PHASE 3
This way you can disable or enable NTFS file compression functionality using Symbol of the system. Reboot the system for the changes to take over.
Method 3: make changes in the registry editors
The following method involves some changes to the registry editors. You may want to create a system restore point just to be on the safe side, as registry changes are a bit dangerous. You can refer to our article on the topic How to Create a Restore Point in Windows 10 A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a System Restore Point.
1 STEP
- print WIN + R keys together to open the file run the dialog box. When it opens, type regedit and press the Enter key.
2 STEP
