jmtodd

Q: what is "documents & data" storage used for?

how does one delete files in the "documents & data" area?  it shows up when sync'ing to iTunes.  any ideas?

iPhone 5s

Posted on Jul 16, 2015 8:32 AM

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Q: what is "documents & data" storage used for?

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  • by brenden dv,

    brenden dv brenden dv Jul 18, 2015 8:31 AM in response to jmtodd
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    Jul 18, 2015 8:31 AM in response to jmtodd

    Hello jmtodd,

     

    If you are looking for more information on managing the storage on your iOS device, you may find the the following article helpful. 

     

    See how much storage you've used on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

     

    Note:

    Here is a list of the types of content on your iOS device, and what each type includes:

    • Audio: Songs, audio podcasts, audiobooks, voice memos, and ringtones
    • Video: Movies, music videos, and TV shows
    • Photos: Camera Roll content, Photo Stream, and Photo Library
    • Apps: Installed apps
    • Books: iBooks books and PDF files
    • Documents & Data: Safari Offline Reading List, files created within apps, and app content like contacts, calendars, messages, and emails (and their attachments)
    • Other: Settings, Siri voices, system data

     

    Cheers