marja193 wrote:
I downloaded an old system update by mistake. Now it takes so much storage from Macintosh that I can't download a new one. How can I get rid of this old update? I really need to update my Macbook pro to the latest system.
The old update I accidentally uploaded was macOS 15.10 or something like that? Catalina?
I need to shift it to macOS Monterey.
Thank you so much if you know how to help!
? downloaded ?
If you downloaded the full installer it will be in your Applications folder... "Install macOS Catalina.app" you delete it like an other application.
How to upgrade to macOS Monterey
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212735
These install pkg(s) are a mere ~12-13 GB, and yes more space to unpack...maybe as much as 45 GB free.
Sounds like you need to do some housecleaning... SSD like to have 20-25% free storage at all times to function efficiently:
Empty your Trash — Delete files and folders on Mac - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/delete-files-and-folders-on-mac-mchlp1093/mac
How to free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206996
See used and available storage space on your Mac
https://support.apple.com/guide/system-information/see-available-storage-space-syspf9b375b9/10.14/mac/10.15
User tip: "Other and What Can I Do About It ?"
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5142
Try something like OmniDiskSweeper for a GUI to get a good look at itemized file size and location:
OmniDiskSweeper http://www.omnigroup.com/more