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Freeing up space on Mac Mini so as to install Monterey OS.

I have a 2018 Mac Mini. Downloaded Monterey, but could not install it because not enough disc space. Suggestions about what to delete?

Mac mini 2018 or later

Posted on Nov 10, 2021 8:13 PM

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Nov 11, 2021 3:22 AM in response to cjm989

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The final word from Apple on Managing the " Other " Category

  • Other: Contains 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.



Freeing up space on Mac Mini so as to install Monterey OS.

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