What is software data it’s taking up all of my storage

In my storage most of it is full of software data how do get rid of it

iPhone 11, iOS 16

Posted on Dec 2, 2023 6:31 PM

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Dec 2, 2023 7:39 PM in response to Ted_ted1231

Ted_ted1231 Said:

"What is software data it’s taking up all of my storage: In my storage most of it is full of software data how do get rid of it"

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About "System Data" (Formerly Called: "Other"):

See my User Tip: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip

Formerly called "Other". System Data basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: . Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use. So, clearing System Data may be the way to go about this, as it would be performs through use of a computer.

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