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Denticus-1
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Q: How do I delete files from my startup disk?

How do I delete files from my startup disk so I can erase my free space?

MacBook, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.5)

Posted on May 5, 2015 4:38 AM

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Q: How do I delete files from my startup disk?

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  • by OGELTHORPE,

    OGELTHORPE OGELTHORPE May 5, 2015 4:58 AM in response to Denticus-1
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    May 5, 2015 4:58 AM in response to Denticus-1

    Move them to an external HDD if you wish to keep them, then to trash, and empty trash.  Only when trash is emptied is space opened for additional data.

     

    As an aid, download from the Internet OmniDiskSweeper (free) and open it.  It will show all of your files and the respective sizes.

     

    Ciao.