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How to get more storage on macbook pro?
Hi everyone, I have a MacBook Pro and I keep getting messages that my startup disk is almost full. I don't know much about computers, so I'm looking for simple, step‑by‑step advice on how to get mor...
Checking storage usage helps you effectively get more storage on mac by showing which files are taking up the most space on your device.
How to get more storage on mac
- Click the Apple menu, then select System Settings → General → Storage.
- Please wait a few seconds for the system to load the storage analysis results.
- View the colour-coded bar chart and the various categories: apps, documents, photos, system data, etc.
- Use this overview to locate and delete large unused files, thereby freeing up more storage space on your Mac.
Cons
- On larger hard drives, calculating storage space may take some time, and the breakdown of categories is not always very detailed.
- System data is often vague and difficult to clean up manually.
Notes
- Please do not delete unknown system files, as this may cause errors in macOS.
- You should prioritise deleting applications, files and duplicate files that take up a lot of space and are no longer in use.
- Checking your storage space regularly helps to prevent long-term storage shortages.