I am experiencing an issue with my Windows 11 machine where my C drive has become full, and I am unable to expand its space using Microsoft's default Disk Management tool. This limitation arises because the next partition (D drive) is already occupied and contains data, which prevents me from reallocating space to the C drive. Additionally, the situation is complicated by the fact that encryption is enabled on my system, which further restricts the ability of the Disk Management tool to manipulate the drive space as needed.
I have attempted to find a solution by searching for tools that could help with this issue. However, the tools I found are professional administrator tools with a subscription cost of around $30 per month. As a home user, this cost is not justifiable for a one-time use scenario. I am looking for a more cost-effective or free solution that can safely move and resize my partitions without data loss, especially considering the encryption in place.
Specific Challenges:
- The C drive is full, and I need to expand its space.
- The adjacent D drive partition is occupied, preventing direct expansion of the C drive.
- Encryption is enabled on my system, adding complexity to the task.
- Microsoft's default Disk Management tool is unable to move or resize the encrypted partitions.
- Professional tools found are too expensive for one-time use.
Desired Solution:
I am seeking a free or cost-effective alternative that can help me safely resize and move my partitions, including the encrypted ones, to expand the C drive space without risking data loss. The solution should be compatible with Windows 11 and capable of handling encrypted partitions effectively.
