I have 2TB yet my phone is still full

Please how do I free up storage on my I phone

iPhone XS Max, iOS 14

Posted on May 16, 2021 3:20 PM

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Posted on May 16, 2021 3:31 PM

Ridodobaginz Said:

"I have 2TB yet my phone is still full: Please how do I free up storage on my I phone"

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I. About this 2TB:

2TB is for iCloud storage - your iPhone's internal storage cannot be increased. It is what it is. So, next time you go about getting an iPhone, get one that suits your needs – storage-wise.


II. Freeing Space:

Many system resources may be being used by unnecessary items. So, consider performing the following...


A. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


B. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storages named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips

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May 16, 2021 3:31 PM in response to Ridodobaginz

Ridodobaginz Said:

"I have 2TB yet my phone is still full: Please how do I free up storage on my I phone"

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I. About this 2TB:

2TB is for iCloud storage - your iPhone's internal storage cannot be increased. It is what it is. So, next time you go about getting an iPhone, get one that suits your needs – storage-wise.


II. Freeing Space:

Many system resources may be being used by unnecessary items. So, consider performing the following...


A. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


B. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storages named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips

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