Install macOS Monterey

I don't have enough space to install macOS Monterey so I decided not to upgrade my macOS but there is "Install macOS Monterey.app" file of size 12.27GB in my Application folder. Can I simply delete that "Install macOS Monterey.app" file to free the space?

Posted on Mar 24, 2022 6:12 AM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2022 6:36 AM

As pervious posting indicated Drag and Drop to Trash and Empty Trash.


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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Mar 24, 2022 6:36 AM in response to reqhelp

As pervious posting indicated Drag and Drop to Trash and Empty Trash.


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


Locate backups of your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch


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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