I have brand new iPad mini 32GB. I have all of sudden got 21GB of data in "Other". How do I find out where all of that data is from and remove it.
What is "Other"
1. Cache for apps, browser, mail, Messages, Reading List
2. Saved games
3. Documents and data
4. Notes
5. Voice Memos
You can backup and restore to reduce "other" but they will start building up over time.
You have corrupt data on the iPad that is causing this. Sometimes the only thing that will bring it back to a normal amount, is to restore the device as new and start all over again. However, there are many other things that you can try before restoring.
http://www.igeeksblog.com/how-to-remove-other-data-from-iphone/
http://www.gottabemobile.com/2013/11/17/reclaim-storage-space-ios-device/
http://appletoolbox.com/2012/07/how-to-remove-other-data-on-iphone-ipad-ipod/
http://osxdaily.com/2013/07/24/remove-other-data-storage-iphone-ipad/
Use a Google search to find even more suggestions and tips.
iPhone, iPad, and iPod: Understanding capacity
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1867
How much space is used by your Other? You may be able to reduce.
How Do I Get Rid Of The “Other” Data Stored On My iPad Or iPhone?
How to Remove “Other” Data from iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch
http://www.igeeksblog.com/how-to-remove-other-data-from-iphone/
With an iOS device, the “Other” space in iTunes is used to store things like documents, settings, caches, and a few other important items. If you sync lots of documents to apps like GoodReader, DropCopy, or anything else that reads external files, your storage use can skyrocket. With iOS 5/6/7, you can see exactly which applications are taking up the most space. Just head to Settings > General > Usage, and tap the button labeled Show All Apps. The storage section will show you the app and how much storage space it is taking up. Tap on the app name to get a description of the additional storage space being used by the app’s documents and data. You can remove the storage-hogging application and all of its data directly from this screen, or manually remove the data by opening the app. Some applications, especially those designed by Apple, will allow you to remove stored data by swiping from left to right on the item to reveal a Delete button.
What is “Other” and What Can I Do About It?
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5142
iPhone or iPad Ran Out of Storage Space? Here’s How to Make Space Available Quickly
http://osxdaily.com/2012/06/02/iphone-ipad-ran-out-of-available-storage-space-ho w-to-fix-quick/
6 Tips to Free Up Tons of Storage Space on iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch
http://osxdaily.com/2012/04/24/6-tips-free-up-storage-space-ipad-iphone-ipod-tou ch/
Also,
How to Clear Message/iMessage Cache on iPhone & iPad And Reclaim Lots of Free Space
http://www.igeeksblog.com/how-to-clear-message-imessage-cache-on-iphone-ipad/
What is Stored in iCloud and What is Not
https://sites.google.com/site/appleclubfhs/support/advice-and-articles/what-is-s tored-in-icloud
Cheers, Tom 😉
I have brand new iPad mini 32GB. I have all of sudden got 21GB of data in "Other". How do I find out where all of that data is from and remove it.
