I can't update my MacBook!

There is not enough space on the main storage volume. How do I upgrade my computer from High Sierra to the latest update? How to fix it?

MacBook Air

Posted on Jan 21, 2022 1:16 AM

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Posted on Jan 21, 2022 2:28 AM

Until such time as the Empty Space Requirements are met for whatever version of macOS - one can not upgrade.


What is “Other” storage on a Mac, and how can I clean it out?


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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.

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Jan 21, 2022 2:28 AM in response to Hanna_Sayapina

Until such time as the Empty Space Requirements are met for whatever version of macOS - one can not upgrade.


What is “Other” storage on a Mac, and how can I clean it out?


Free up storage space on your Mac


OmniDiskSweeper Safe to use


GrandPerspective 


How to delete Time Machine snapshots on your Mac


See used and available storage space on your Mac


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.

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