Updating requires 15.6 GB of disk space.

i am try update my software. but system can't




iMac 27″, macOS 12.2

Posted on Apr 18, 2022 6:15 PM

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Posted on Apr 18, 2022 6:21 PM

Hi,


You'll have to Free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


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Apr 20, 2022 7:16 AM in response to lilyhe

lilyhe wrote:

i am try update my software. but system can't



Q - " i am try update my software "


A - This implies the computer is already running an older version of Monterey. If so, what version on Monterey


A - If empty Space is the issue follow the previous persons' advise and / or


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


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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