PatchCleaner Portable HomeDev
Use this command to install PatchCleaner Portable:
winget install --id=HomeDev.PatchCleanerPortable -e (Re)Moves orphaned .msi files from the C:\Windows\Installer folder to free up disk space.
PatchCleaner Portable is a disk cleanup tool designed to identify and manage orphaned .msi files in the C:\Windows\Installer directory. This utility helps free up disk space by safely removing or moving outdated installer files that are no longer required by the system.
Key Features:
- Identifies redundant .msi and .msp files using WMI calls.
- Offers options to either move files to a specified location or delete them.
- Includes a Command Line Interface (CLI) with switches for automation (/d for delete, /m for move).
- Provides exclusion filters to prevent accidental removal of important files, such as Adobe Reader patches.
- Works across Windows 7/8/10 and Server versions (x64/x86), requiring .NET Framework 4.5.2.
Ideal for system administrators, IT professionals, and users seeking efficient disk cleanup solutions, PatchCleaner Portable ensures a balance between space optimization and system integrity. It helps reclaim gigabytes of storage while minimizing the risk of disrupting critical software updates or installations. Available for installation via winget.