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Is it possible to move iOS files of iPhone backups to an external disk drive

Is it possible to move iOS files of iPhone backups to an external disk drive to save space on my MacBook?

If so where would I find directions?


Thanks


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Jan 1, 2021 9:16 AM in response to textconversion

textconversion wrote:

Is it possible to move iOS files of iPhone backups to an external disk drive to save space on my MacBook?
If so where would I find directions?

Thanks



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

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT206996


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

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/delete-files-and-folders-on-mac-mchlp1093/mac


See used and available storage space on your Mac

https://support.apple.com/guide/system-information/see-available-storage-space-syspf9b375b9/10.14/mac/10.15


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

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-5142


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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