Third, too many deleted files lingered in Trash folder. After a couple of updates, OS usage dropped down to about 1/3. At one point, it told me 2/3 of the disk was used by OS files. Second, disk usage reported under /About This Mac/Storage counted files of different types differently in different OS versions. My solution was to backup the old library to an external disk and delete it. I think the file was in /Users//Pictures. I found a few problems.įirst, when Mac iPhoto changed to Photos, it rebuilt a. I came across similar problems around Christmas. IF your "System" space has not been restored to bellow 35GB, you have a rogue system file! After this, you may restart (without holding the shift) and your space should be restored! When you hear the chime, hold down either SHIFT key. Just make sure to type " defaults write AppleShowAllFiles NO & killall Finder" to re-hide them when your done!ģ) Restart your laptop in safe mode! To do this, restart in which ever manner you wish making sure your sound is at a level you can hear it. If it is hidden, it is likely hidden for a reason! If you want to delete a hidden file, you can open terminal and type " defaults write AppleShowAllFiles YES & killall Finder" to do this. When you want to delete a file, simply right-click on it in the menu, and select "Show in Finder", then delete it in finder. If you are not sure what a file is, GOOGLE IT.
#Macbook system storage 100gb password#
Next to the "Scan" button, click the down arrow, and select "Scan as Administrator" and enter your password in the popup box to start the scan (you only have to enter your password once, required by macOS to access some files).Īfter the scan is complete, click through the menu on the right hand side to see where your largest files are at. When asked if you would like to purchase, just click "Test Drive". This will help cut time later.Ģ) Download the free trail of Daisy Disk. Here are a few steps to fix this problem:ġ) Download MacCleaner and use it to remove any unwanted programs from your computer, checking ALL boxes when deleting the program. 50 if you never cleaned your computer since you bought it, 20 If you have done regular maintenance. Your "System" files should only take up roughly 20 - 50 GB.
#Macbook system storage 100gb pro#
Late to the party, but I have the same setup as you (2013 MacBook Pro w/ 120 GB drive).