Why does my iMac storage get stuck ‘Calculating’?

When trying to view storage, the numbers calculate endlessly. This will go on for hours if I let it.

Why?

Is there a fix for this?


Thanks!

iMac 2023 24"

Sequoia 15.3.2



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iMac 27″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Apr 24, 2025 11:10 AM

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olvov wrote:

When trying to view storage, the numbers calculate endlessly. This will go on for hours if I let it.
Why?
Is there a fix for this?

Thanks!
iMac 2023 24"
Sequoia 15.3.2



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Its a bug.


You can reboot and try again.


To be proactive you can file a bug report / submit your Apple Feedback here: Product Feedback - Apple



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The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.4.1

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Apr 24, 2025 1:50 PM in response to olvov

olvov wrote:

When trying to view storage, the numbers calculate endlessly. This will go on for hours if I let it.
Why?
Is there a fix for this?

Thanks!
iMac 2023 24"
Sequoia 15.3.2



[Re-Titled by Moderator]


Its a bug.


You can reboot and try again.


To be proactive you can file a bug report / submit your Apple Feedback here: Product Feedback - Apple



Verify your software is up to date…

The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.4.1

Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support

Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support



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