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Storage on iPad and Mac different

Hi - hoping someone can answer - my iPad when connected to my Mac shows conflicting information regarding storage:


iPad


when connected to my Mac, it shows on the Mac:


Now that's obviously incorrect, plus the volume of the line should be smaller than the Video line (as that's got the most storage!)


The overall capacity is correct


I know it makes no difference, but it drives me nuts!


Anyone have a fix?


iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Feb 1, 2023 6:12 PM

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Feb 4, 2023 12:47 PM in response to RonEdwards

Hi RonEdwards,


Thank you for using the Apple Support Communities! In Finder cached files in iPadOS are categorized as "Other" which is why it differs to what you see in Settings > General > [Device] Storage. The following article has great information about this that can help:


How to check the storage on your iPhone and iPad


Hope this helps!

Have a great day.


Storage on iPad and Mac different

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