TRIM
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TRIM
TRIM · N/A · TRIM · trim · SSD TRIM · discard · Hardware · ssd · storage · performanceHardwareSSD TRIM discard/trim/
Also known as: SSD TRIM, discard
Last updated August 8, 2026
Definition
TRIM is a command that tells an SSD which blocks of data are no longer in use so the drive can erase them in the background and maintain write performance.
Real-World Example
Modern operating systems issue TRIM after you delete large files so the SSD stays fast over months of use.
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