Can directory C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64 be emptied?

Main article: C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64

Emptying directories (in Windows, they are called folders) on live operating system is always tricky.
If done improperly, it can easily damage data, program installations or even operating system.

The rule of thumb is to clear only directories, where you are 100% sure that they do not contain any important data or files.

How can I find out that it is safe to delete C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64 ?


Before deleting, locate C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64 on your harddisk, and double-check if there are no data files.
If in doubts, open some files and check their content.

Also, check directory details here, and see if it may contain some exe files. If yes, it is better not to delete the directory.

Most popular questions:

Can I delete C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64?
What is in the C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64 folder?

Directory information

Name: C:\Windows\assembly\NativeImages_v4.0.30319_64
Parent: C:\Windows\assembly
Operating system folder:
Can be safely deleted:
Contains user's data:
Contains logfiles:
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