In ~/Library/Caches, I found "com.apple.ctcategories.service". I'm trying to clear my Systems Data (87 GB) to increase storage. Is it OK to delete it? What about other "com.apple" files?
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Original Title: Clearing Caches for Storage
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 15.5
In general, cache files can be safely deleted. The caveat is that if you do, whatever process created the cache will typically just recreate it.
Booting in Safe Mode is a way to safely clear caches.
Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple
Generally speaking, System Data comprises your own data stored in various Library folders. Things like email attachments, locally cached copies of cloud storage, etc.
In general, cache files can be safely deleted. The caveat is that if you do, whatever process created the cache will typically just recreate it.
Booting in Safe Mode is a way to safely clear caches.
Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple
Generally speaking, System Data comprises your own data stored in various Library folders. Things like email attachments, locally cached copies of cloud storage, etc.
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Is it safe to delete 'com.apple.ctcategories.service' in ~/Library/Caches for storage optimization?
