Vmware Vmdk Repair Utility -
Navigate to your VMware installation folder (usually C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation ). Run: vmware-vdiskmanager -R "C:\path\to\your\file.vmdk" .
Reclaims unused space from within the virtual disk to reduce its size on your physical drive. vmware vmdk repair utility
Last updated for VMware Workstation 17 and vSphere 8. Commands remain backward-compatible through several major releases. make sure to:
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To avoid VMDK file corruption or damage, make sure to: