storage clean-up

how do I clear out "Other?" this is the biggest storage item...

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Sep 4, 2021 01:34 PM

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Posted on Sep 4, 2021 01:40 PM

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  • OtherContains files that don’t fall into the categories listed here. This category primarily includes files and data used by the system, such as log files, caches, VM files, and other runtime system resources. Also included are temporary files, fonts, app support files, and plug-ins. You can't manage the contents of this category. The contents are managed by macOS, and the category varies in size depending on the current state of your Mac.



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Sep 4, 2021 01:40 PM in response to apagemurt

Free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


See used and available storage space on your Mac


  • OtherContains files that don’t fall into the categories listed here. This category primarily includes files and data used by the system, such as log files, caches, VM files, and other runtime system resources. Also included are temporary files, fonts, app support files, and plug-ins. You can't manage the contents of this category. The contents are managed by macOS, and the category varies in size depending on the current state of your Mac.



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