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How do I check my level of storage? And how do I increase my storage capacity?

iPhone 6s, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 9, 2022 3:36 PM

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Posted on Dec 9, 2022 3:55 PM

davetherave68 Said:

"storage: How do I check my level of storage? And how do I increase my storage capacity?"

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Clear iPhone Space. Refer to the following...

Troubleshooting iPhone Storage:

Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support


So, what to do:

Clear Internal Space:

Try clearing internal storage though use of the following:


What Space to Clear:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


Also...


B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


Also..


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storage named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use. So, clearing other may be the way to go about this, as it would be performs through use of a computer.

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Dec 9, 2022 3:55 PM in response to davetherave68

davetherave68 Said:

"storage: How do I check my level of storage? And how do I increase my storage capacity?"

-------


Clear iPhone Space. Refer to the following...

Troubleshooting iPhone Storage:

Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support


So, what to do:

Clear Internal Space:

Try clearing internal storage though use of the following:


What Space to Clear:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:


Also...


B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.


Also..


C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storage named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use. So, clearing other may be the way to go about this, as it would be performs through use of a computer.

Dec 9, 2022 3:55 PM in response to davetherave68

You check the level of storage by following the instructions on the page you just came from.


You cannot increase the storage capacity on your phone, it is a fixed size. Here are some helpful articles that can guide you on how to free up storage space on your phone.


How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

How to check the storage on your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support


Manage your photo and video storage - Apple Support

Manage your photo and video storage - Apple Support


Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


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