Freeing up space to install latest OS, even though I have 45 GB free!

I'm trying to download and install the latest OS for my 2017 MacBook Air. Currently it's running Monterey OS. It's says there is not enough storage space, but when I view Storage it says I have 45 GB available. I don't get it. Any ideas on how to proceed? I've already cleaned up files, photos, and back stuff up to iCloud despite having enough space to install a 5.9 GB file.

MacBook Air (2018 – 2020)

Posted on Jun 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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dialabrain

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Posted on Jun 15, 2023 01:03 PM

Two things…

You need space to not only download the file but space for the installer to expand and download more files.
a 2017 MacBook Air is not compatible with Ventura.

macOS Ventura is compatible with these computers - Apple Support

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