How to access the 'Other' storage on the Mac

How to access the ‘Other’ storage on the Mac

Memory is a distinguishing feature of the Mac series. Apple has made the switch to SSDs, which means more storage and faster data transfers. When you check the storage status of your Mac, you will notice a section known as ‘Other’ alongside the conventional storage sections, and it usually takes up a large portion of your Mac’s storage space.

When you click on the ‘other’ section, however, nothing happens, making it nearly impossible to clear unwanted storage from the ‘other’ section and free up memory.

Fortunately, it is possible to access the ‘Other’ memory and edit or delete files stored there, as demonstrated in this tutorial. Let’s get started without further ado.

Unlock your Mac/MacBook to reveal the Home Screen.

 

How to access the 'Other' storage on the Mac