Click Apply or Proceed . The computer may need to restart to finish the process in a "Pre-OS" mode.

While modern tools are very reliable, merging partitions involves modifying the drive’s partition table. If the power cuts out or an error occurs, you could lose files. Copy your important documents to an external drive or cloud storage before proceeding. Method 1: Using Windows Disk Management (Built-in)

Choose the adjacent partition you want to merge into the main one.

Learning how to merge partitions is an essential skill for intermediate PC users. It is highly effective, but strictly dependent on reliable software. If you choose a reputable tool and back up your data before clicking "Apply," it is a 5-star solution to a common problem. If you go in blind without backups, it is a recipe for disaster.

Type select volume [number] (replace [number] with the partition you want to ). Type delete volume .