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hi, my system data on my Mac is taking up 170 GB of the 200 GB which I have on my Mac. how can I remove it? and what Can I remove?


MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.3

Posted on Feb 13, 2023 1:30 AM

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Posted on Feb 13, 2023 2:58 AM

Did you already check this article about optimising the storage space on your Mac?

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

Optimize storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


Not all System data can be removed, but you might be able to copy backup files to an external drive, or delete iOS firmware files.


Also take a look at this discussion:

After MAC OS 12 Monterey update that Sys… - Apple Community


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Feb 13, 2023 2:58 AM in response to zap68

Did you already check this article about optimising the storage space on your Mac?

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

Optimize storage space on your Mac - Apple Support


Not all System data can be removed, but you might be able to copy backup files to an external drive, or delete iOS firmware files.


Also take a look at this discussion:

After MAC OS 12 Monterey update that Sys… - Apple Community


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