MATLAB Uninstallation and File System: How to Clean Up the File System and Free Up Disk Space After Uninstallation

# 1. Fundamental Steps of卸载MATLAB

The process of卸载MATLAB consists of two primary steps:卸载the MATLAB software itself and清理the remaining files in the file system. The process of卸载software is relatively straightforward and can be accomplished through the Control Panel or by using the uninstaller. However,清理the remaining files in the file system requires a more meticulous approach.

This guide will detail the steps for卸载MATLAB and清理the file system, including determining which directories and files to delete, using disk清理tools, and manually deleting unwanted files. By following these steps, users can ensure that MATLAB is fully卸载ed and valuable disk space is released.

# 2. Tips for Post-Uninstall File System Cleanup

After uninstalling MATLAB, it is crucial to清理the file system to release disk space and improve performance. This chapter will introduce three techniques for清理the MATLAB installation directory, user directories, caches, and temporary files.

### 2.1 清理the MATLAB Installation Directory

#### 2.1.1 Determine the Installation Directory

The MATLAB installation directory is usually located at the following path:

C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2023a

Where, `R2023a` represents the version of MATLAB.

#### 2.1.2 Delete the Installation Directory

After determining the installation directory, it can be manually deleted. Please note that this operation will delete all files of MATLAB, including toolboxes, help files, and licenses.

rmdir /s /q "C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2023a"

This command will recursively delete the MATLAB installation directory and all its subdirectories.

### 2.2 清理the MATLAB User Directories

#### 2.2.1 Determine the User Directory

The MATLAB user directory is usually located at the following path:

C:\Users\<username>\Documents\MATLAB

Where, `<username>` is the username of the current user.

#### 2.2.2 Delete the User Directory

After determining the user directory, it can be manually deleted. This operation will delete the MATLAB user settings, preferences, and recently used files.

rmdir /s /q "C:\Users\<username>\Documents\MATLAB"

### 2.3 清理the MATLAB Cache and Temporary Files

#### 2.3.1 Determine the Location of Cache and Temporary Files

The MATLAB cache and temporary files are usually located at the following path:

C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Temp\MATLAB

#### 2.3.2 Delete the Cache and Temporary Files

After determining the location of cache and temporary files, they can be manually deleted. This operation will delete temporary files generated by MATLAB, such as compiled code and intermediate data.

rmdir /s /q "C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Temp\MATLAB"

By following these tips, you can effectively清理the file system after uninstalling MATLAB, release disk space, and improve performance.

# 3.1 Using Disk Cleanup Tools

#### 3.1.1 Open Disk Cleanup Tool

1. Type "Disk Cleanup" in the Windows search