How do I remove "Container disk1" and reclaim space?

Hello everyone, I messed up with the file system of my laptop. For some reasons, which will take a long time to describe and are not necessary, I tried to delete Windows and the space allocated to it by Bootcamp using Disk Utility, but I encountered a problem that in Disk Utility I had a 300GB container that could not be deleted or merged with the main disk. Ironically, I only found out that it was impossible to delete Bootcamp in this way after I encountered the problem. I have tried many methods and manipulations both through Disk Utility and through Recovery Mode, so it seems to me that I need to delete this container using the terminal. Therefore, I ask for your advice or help on how I can delete this container and regain my disk space. I will attach a photo below. If it helps, I have a MBP 2017 15-inch, macOs Ventura 13.7.5

MacBook Pro 15″

Posted on Apr 19, 2025 6:07 AM

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Apr 19, 2025 6:15 AM in response to sidyura

<<. I need to delete this container using the terminal. >>


No, you don't. A container is a data structure used to protect APFS partitions from manipulation and damage by older software, including older versions of Disk Utility. it does not, in itself, take up ANY space, and should not be the target of your attack. Think of it as an Empty cardboard box that could have zero, one, or several container-disks inside.


the only workable method for removing an old BootCamp partition is by deleting it inside Boot Camp Assistant.

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