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gertrujillo Author

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How do I eliminate files in the "other" category on my MacBook Air to free up storage space?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on May 24, 2022 1:04 PM

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John Galt

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Posted on May 24, 2022 2:47 PM

Please read See used and available storage space on your Mac - Apple Support. Pay particular attention to the description of System Data.

What Apple used to label "Other" is now labeled "System Data".

You may find neuroanatomist's User Tip helpful: What is "Other" storage on a Mac, and how can I clean it out? - Apple Community.

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