It is possible that you already met "Storage almost full" notification on your computer or smartphone. What can be really inconvenient is that this situation makes the device unresponsive and it cannot complete certain actions. What is the way out of this situation? Luckily, there is a convenient and automatic function that will help to solve the problem.
Everybody often downloads applications and files which he/she is not going to use anymore or forgot. The problem is that accumulation of useless files occurs so gradually that users pay little attention to this fact. Till suddenly you realize that you cannot download a video from your favorite YouTube channel because your device doesn't have enough free space. Fortunately, there is a convenient way out of this situation.
In the first place, it is necessary to know how to turn on the mentioned function. In case if you use an Apple product, then you should go to your Settings. After that, select General and click on iPhone Storage or iPad Storage depending on your model of the device. Then you will see the next window where all the information about your storage space will be displayed in categories. There is the Recommendations section and there is a magical button labeled with the text "Enable" near such options as Offload Unused Apps, and others. Having clicked this button, you activate the mentioned function. It is possible to configure the same function in Windows PC in the Settings → System → Storage section. Android users may activate the "Smart Storage" or "Free up space" function in the device care or storage settings.
After that, the device will take care of the problem itself. In particular, it will determine those applications that you used some time ago. This means that your one-time workout application from January or the podcast that you didn't listen are included there. This function will not immediately delete all the applications. Instead of this, the application will be offloaded – its icon will become gray on the home screen. It still keeps the documents and data. In case when you will need it again, you should make one click, and the application will be restored and work as before. Concerning files and media, they will be moved to the cloud or just deleted according to your settings.
People can be afraid that the system may delete some important files. Indeed, this is a fair concern. However, the system is rather smart and deletes only large and unused files that weren't accessed for a rather long period of time – several months. Recent downloads and applications which are frequently used are left untouched. This system won't delete your birthday photos or your messenger. It just deletes digital trash. You can see which files the system wants to delete before this actually happens.
Positive results will become evident right away. Mysterious 5 GB of "Other" storage disappear. Moreover, the device starts working faster as it has enough free space now. There is no need to argue about installing a new application or taking a new photo as the device has enough free space. Furthermore, you won't be disturbed with annoying notifications when you are trying to save an important document or record a video. It is a convenient and one-time solution which automatically performs its job every week.
This is not only about the convenience. It is typical for devices having plenty of free storage space to perform better and even consume less battery. Therefore, a student who uses the device to complete his assignments and communicate in social media will appreciate this function very much. Fast computer helps significantly in doing homework and using other applications.
Activation of this function takes about thirty seconds, but it allows saving from endless future minutes of cleaning. It is a convenient way of digital care of your device. You set the rule, and your computer or smartphone performs it obediently every week. There is no need to look for free space, no need to make difficult decisions about what to delete. You can simply use your device as you should – without restrictions. Therefore, you should configure the storage settings of your device. Your future self will thank you very much when he/she will download anything he wants. 😉
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