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when i try to download a file it says the disc is full but i deleted over half of

when i try to download a file it says the disc is full but i deleted over half of. y is this?

MacBook Air (2020 or later)

Posted on Jan 8, 2022 7:48 PM

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Posted on Jan 8, 2022 8:08 PM

noahhamm Said:

"when i try to download a file it says the disc is full but i deleted over half of. y is this?"

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Storage Capacity:

Seems you just don't have the space.


  • Start with a Restart:

Having just delete all these items, restart your Mac. Try this once more.


  • Use a Different Computer:

Obviously, this is a large file. So, use a computer with a larger hard drive. See if you can then download it. Have not other computer, then use a friend or family member's computer (with their permission, of course).


  • Use an External Drive:

When you download it, use an external hard drive and save it to that.

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Jan 8, 2022 8:08 PM in response to noahhamm

noahhamm Said:

"when i try to download a file it says the disc is full but i deleted over half of. y is this?"

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Storage Capacity:

Seems you just don't have the space.


  • Start with a Restart:

Having just delete all these items, restart your Mac. Try this once more.


  • Use a Different Computer:

Obviously, this is a large file. So, use a computer with a larger hard drive. See if you can then download it. Have not other computer, then use a friend or family member's computer (with their permission, of course).


  • Use an External Drive:

When you download it, use an external hard drive and save it to that.

when i try to download a file it says the disc is full but i deleted over half of

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