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How do I clear System Data on my macbook?

I cannot run mail on my new macbook as there is not enough storage. I have cleared excess documents, but the spare space created is filled up within a day, I think by automated background processes. you can see below that system data takes up almost all the 215 GB available. Is there any way to clear it without paying for a disk clearing tool like MacPaw?


MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.1

Posted on Mar 22, 2022 1:32 AM

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Posted on Mar 22, 2022 8:23 AM

MJZC wrote:

I cannot run mail on my new macbook as there is not enough storage. I have cleared excess documents, but the spare space created is filled up within a day, I think by automated background processes. you can see below that system data takes up almost all the 215 GB available. Is there any way to clear it without paying for a disk clearing tool like MacPaw?


https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/987f7bf6-e277-446a-99d3-294c335d4224


SSD like to have 20-25% free storage at all times to work most efficiently.


Third party cleaners are NOT recommended, and tpically cause more harm then good on the macOS. Caveat emptor


Do some house cleaning—


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If in doubt try something like OmniDiskSweeper for a GUI to get a good look at itemized file size and location:

OmniDiskSweeper http://www.omnigroup.com/more



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Mar 22, 2022 8:23 AM in response to MJZC

MJZC wrote:

I cannot run mail on my new macbook as there is not enough storage. I have cleared excess documents, but the spare space created is filled up within a day, I think by automated background processes. you can see below that system data takes up almost all the 215 GB available. Is there any way to clear it without paying for a disk clearing tool like MacPaw?


https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/987f7bf6-e277-446a-99d3-294c335d4224


SSD like to have 20-25% free storage at all times to work most efficiently.


Third party cleaners are NOT recommended, and tpically cause more harm then good on the macOS. Caveat emptor


Do some house cleaning—


Empty your Trash — Delete files and folders on Mac - Apple Support

Delete files and folders on Mac - Apple Support


How to free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support

Free up storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


See used and available storage space on your Mac

See used and available storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


User tip: "Other and What Can I Do About It ?"

What is "Other" and What Can I Do About I… - Apple Community


If in doubt try something like OmniDiskSweeper for a GUI to get a good look at itemized file size and location:

OmniDiskSweeper http://www.omnigroup.com/more



How do I clear System Data on my macbook?

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