Upgrading to macOS Monterey - lack of memory

I don't have sufficient memory to upgrade, unfortunately I found this out after it uploaded the Install application. Is it safe to simply delete the application and remain in Big Sur?

Thanks

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Nov 22, 2021 2:23 PM

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Nov 22, 2021 4:30 PM in response to GazzGE

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  • 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.



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