Are you noticing that your desktop window manager is consuming more memory than it should? High memory usage by the desktop window manager can slow down your computer, make it less responsive, and affect your productivity. Fortunately, there are several practical steps you can take to fix this issue and ensure that your system runs smoothly again.

1.Update Your Operating System: Sometimes, the solution can be as simple as keeping your operating system up to date. Updates often include patches that fix memory leaks and optimize system performance.

2.Scan for Malware: Malware or viruses can cause abnormal memory usage. Run a thorough scan of your computer using a trusted antivirus program to make sure no malicious software is causing the problem.

3.Check for Third-Party Applications: Sometimes, other programs may conflict with the desktop window manager. Observe if the high memory usage corresponds with any application you recently installed and consider removing it to see if that resolves the issue.

4.Adjust for Best Performance: You can reduce visual effects to save on memory usage. To do this, right-click on ‘Computer’ or ‘This PC’, choose ‘Properties’, click on ‘Advanced system settings’, under Performance click on ‘Settings’, and adjust for best performance.

5.Increase Virtual Memory: Increasing virtual memory can alleviate the pressure on actual RAM. To adjust virtual memory, go to ‘System Properties’, then under the ‘Advanced’ tab, click ‘Settings’ in the Performance section, and then choose the ‘Advanced’ tab in the Performance Options window. Click on ‘Change…’ under Virtual Memory, uncheck ‘Automatically manage paging file size for all drives’, and set a custom size recommended by Windows.

6.Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs: Many applications start up with Windows and continue to use memory. Disable unnecessary startup programs through the Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), going to the ‘Startup’ tab, and disabling those you don’t need immediately at startup.

7.Restart Desktop Window Manager Service: Sometimes restarting the Desktop Window Manager service can clear up the issue. Open a run dialog (Windows key + R), type ‘services.msc’, find ‘Desktop Window Manager Session Manager’, right-click it, and hit restart.

8.Troubleshoot in Clean Boot State: Performing a clean boot for your computer may help identify if third-party services are causing high memory usage issues with desktop window manager.

9.Update Graphics Drivers: Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers could also lead to increased memory usage by desktop window managers. Make sure you have the latest drivers installed from your graphics card manufacturer’s website.

10.Check Resource Usage in Performance Monitor: Use Windows’ built-in Performance Monitor tool to track down exactly what’s consuming your RAM and take appropriate action based on what you find out.

Fixing high memory usage by desktop window managers may require some troubleshooting but following these steps will often resolve the issue or at least point you in the right direction for a solution, helping restore your computer’s efficiency and speed.