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when managing storage, what is "other" and how can I clean it up to create more space?

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Posted on Aug 20, 2022 11:21 PM

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Posted on Aug 20, 2022 11:46 PM

Other storage may be your application's data/zip file /browser cookies/ system logs /application cache.

This article will help you --> Free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support

How To Delete "Other" Storage From Mac? - Apple Community

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Aug 20, 2022 11:46 PM in response to andreabbooth

Other storage may be your application's data/zip file /browser cookies/ system logs /application cache.

This article will help you --> Free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support

How To Delete "Other" Storage From Mac? - Apple Community

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Aug 20, 2022 11:49 PM in response to andreabbooth

"Other" cannot be managed directly. However, you can manage it indirectly in a few ways. Try starting in Safe Mode- holding the Shift key when starting up. That often clears some space.

Another thing to check out - What is "Other" and What Can I Do About It - Apple Community

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