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The problem remains: disk space disappearing overnight...

How can fix it? As every time I log in I have less and less disk space?

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Apr 14, 2022 10:08 PM

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Posted on Apr 15, 2022 7:22 AM

Does this issue pertain to OS X Mavericks where this posting appears ?


Or does it pertain to MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6 Big Sur


Manage Storage


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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Apr 15, 2022 7:22 AM in response to D_VG

Does this issue pertain to OS X Mavericks where this posting appears ?


Or does it pertain to MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6 Big Sur


Manage Storage


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.


The problem remains: disk space disappearing overnight...

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