<summary>**Summary**: In this blog, you'll get to know 10 best tips to keep your Mac clean and fast. </summary>

Is your Mac running slower than before? Wondering how to make it as good as new? Look no further. In this blog, we'll walk you through the 10 best ways to clean up and optimize your Mac.

Let's get started.

<toc allow='1,2'></toc>

:::alsoread

:a[How to Clear the System Data Storage on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

:::

## How to Quickly Clean Up Your Mac

We know how tedious and time-consuming it can be to clean up your Mac manually. But thanks to third-party Mac cleaners like [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), now you can clean and optimize your Mac with just a few clicks.

![Quickly Clean up Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_mac_with_buhocleaner_e84a6079e9.png)

BuhoCleaner is one of the best Mac cleaning and optimization software. It runs faster than other competitors. Some of its notable features are system junk file cleaning, unwanted app uninstallation, duplicate and large file removal, and [startup program management](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/disable-startup-items-mac). In addition, it supports more than 10 languages, including English, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, etc.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Here's how to clean and speed up your Mac with BuhoCleaner:

1. Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac.
2. Launch it, select the Flash Clean option and click on the Scan button.
3. If you trust its Smart Selection, click the Remove button directly. If not, click the View Details button to select the files you want to delete manually.
4. Navigate to other features and clean up your Mac thoroughly.

## How to Manually Clean Up Your Mac

If you're a seasoned Mac user, you can clean up your Mac manually. Here are 9 ways you can try.

### Optimize Mac Storage

As time goes by, more and more files accumulate on your Mac, taking up a lot of storage space. But don't worry, Mac has built-in optimization tools that allow you to optimize your storage space automatically.

1. Click the Apple icon in the menu bar and select About this Mac.
2. Click on the Storage tab, and you can check the usage of your storage.
3. Click the Manage button above the storage bar to open the Storage Management window.
4. Follow the 4 optimization recommendations on the window to optimize your storage space.

![optimize-storage.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/optimize_storage_5caab0c87b.png)

### Clean Cache Files

Caches are temporary files that speed things up on your Mac. They can accumulate and eat up your space if you don't clean them often. Common caches include system cache, application cache, and browser cache.

You can clear them one by one manually or let BuhoCleaner scan and delete them for you quickly. Either way will help you clear your cache and free up some storage space.

Also Read: [How to Clear Cache Files on a Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac)

### Delete Unused Apps

Another tip for cleaning up your Mac is to delete the apps you don't use. They take up your space for nothing. Therefore, it is a good idea to remove them completely from your Mac.

There are two ways to uninstall unnecessary applications. One is to drag them to the Trash, and the other is to use an application uninstaller like BuhoCleaner. We prefer the latter because it completely deletes the application and its related files. The former only removes the application itself, and the related files of the application still reside on your hard drive. We also have an article about [How to Remove Leftovers on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac).

![Quickly Uninstall Unwanted Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_unwanted_apps_quickly_b951113050.png)

Here's how to delete apps you don't use with BuhoCleaner:

1. Download the [free version of BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) and install it on your Mac.
2. Launch it and click the App Uninstall tab.
3. Click the scan button, and it will find all the apps uninstalled on your Mac.
4. Find the apps you want to get rid of, select them and click the Remove button.

### Clear Download Folder

You might be surprised how many useless files are in your Download folder. Clearing them can help you reclaim some storage space.

![Clearn Your Downloads Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_downloads_folder_ba994ca908.png)

You can go to Finder and delete them manually. Or you can use a third-party finder tool, such as BuhoCleaner, to clean them up for you automatically. The former is time-consuming and suitable for experienced Mac users, while the latter is super easy and novice-friendly. We recommend you to use the latter. Click here to download it for free.

### Remove Old iOS Backups

Deleting iOS backups is also a good way to clean up your Mac. There are 3 ways to clean them up.
1. For macOS versions before 10.15, you can go to iTunes > Preferences > Devices > Delete Backups.

![Remove iOS Backups](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_ios_backups_9b3d20ff60.png)

2. For macOS 10.15 and later, use Finder to delete iOS backups.

    Open Finder, find your iPhone in the sidebar, click the Manage Backups button, and then delete the backups you no longer need.

    ![Remove iOS Backups in Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_ios_backups_in_finder_277903de12.png)

3. You can also go to Finder to manually find all iPhone and iPad backups.

    On a Finder window, press Shift + Command + G keys to open the Go To Folder window. Enter the path: ~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/, click the Return key, and remove the backups you don't need to the Trash.

    ![Delete iOS and iPadOS Backups in Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_ios_backups_in_finder_abab67bde5.png)

### Disable Login Items

Login items are programs that automatically open when you log into your Mac. They're supposed to make your work on the Mac more efficient. But the windows they open can also be frustrating for you. Follow the steps below to stop unwanted applications from opening on startup.

1. Click the Apple menu > System Preferences > Users and Groups > Login Items.
2. Highlight the apps you do not want to launch when you log into your Mac.
3. Unlock the padlock and click the Minus button below the list.

![How to Disable Login Items on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_login_items_7b71479692.png)

### Declutter Your Desktop

If you constantly put files, photos and screenshots on your desktop, chances are your Mac will look cluttered. And a cluttered desktop can not only bore you, but it can also make it harder to find your files.

The Mac has long thought of this problem. It has a handy tool built in that keeps your files neatly organized in groups. All you have to do is click anywhere on your desktop and choose Use Stacks.

![declutter-desktop.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/declutter_desktop_906f8756f9.png)

### Empty the Trash

The last and most important one is to empty your Trash. Why? Because we usually just move files to the Trash without cleaning them out of the Trash, and they still stay on your hard drive. Why not take a second to clean it up and then free up a lot of free disk space?

### Update Your macOS

Updating your macOS can help you fix some problems with Mac and may make your Mac run faster. 

If you downloaded the latest macOS version but didn't install it, it could take up a lot of your storage space. You'd better update your macOS now.

Related Article: [Mac Won't Update? 8 Best Tips to Fix It](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-update-mac)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

That's all for how to clean up and optimize your Mac in 10 ways. After trying these methods, your Mac will look neat and run faster than before.

If you find the article helpful, do share it with your friends. Thanks!

large_clean-up-mac-tips-cover.jpg

medium_clean-up-mac-tips-cover.jpg

small_clean-up-mac-tips-cover.jpg

thumbnail_clean-up-mac-tips-cover.jpg

clean-up-mac-tips-cover.jpg

10 Ways to Clean Up Your Mac to Make It Run Faster

If you have been using your Mac for some time, you probably have a lot of icons on your desktop, applications you no longer use, and files that are useless to you. They are eating up your storage space and degrading your Mac's performance. In this article, we will share with you 10 tips on how to clean up and optimize your Mac to make it look neat as well as run faster.

[10 Ways] How to Clean up Your Mac to Make It Run Faster

:summary[**Summary**: From this blog post, you will learn how to clear the cache in Safari on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.]

Overload Safari cache files will not only take up a lot of your valuable storage space but may also degrade the performance of your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. If you want to [free up some storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) and make your system run faster, clearing the Safari caches may be a good way. In this blog, we will introduce to you in detail what Safari's caches are, when you should clear them, and how to clear them on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

<toc allow='1,2'></toc>


## What is Cache?

Simply put, a cache is a copy of the requested web resource. It includes Html pages, js, images, data, etc. When you revisit a website, the cache stored in Safari will decide whether to use that copy in response to your access request or send the request to the original page. Generally, if the page is not updated, the cache is used directly.

Cached files reduce the pressure on the server and speed up the opening process of a site. Since they are so important, is it safe to delete them? Keep reading.

## When Should You Clear Safari Cache?

It's safe to remove Safari caches. However, we do not recommend that you delete them unless you encounter the problems below. Because when you delete the cache files of Safari, you will find that the web page opens slower than before when you revisit it. 

- **Insufficient Storage Space**

   The cache files are stored in your hard drive. The more websites you visit, the more storage space they occupy. Cleaning them can help you free up some storage space and boost your device performance.
   
- **Error Occurred on the Page**

    From time to time, we may encounter errors on the page. Deleting the Safari cache can help correct these problems.
    
- **Protect Your Privacy**

    Privacy issues have always been a concern. Malware and ads can get some information about you through the websites you visit. If you don't want to be tracked, clearing the cache in Safari can help you protect your privacy efficiently.

## How to Clear Safari Cache on Mac

### Method 1:

1. Open the Safari browser.
2. Click the Safari menu> Preferences> Privacy tab.
    ![Clear Safari Caches in Privacy](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_safari_cache_in_privacy_e901ae4dda.png)
3. Click the Manage Website Data button, and you will see a list of websites you have visited.
    ![Remove All Caches](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_all_caches_038413a56b.png)
4. Click the Remove All button, confirm the pop-up window, and all data related to these websites will be deleted.

### Method 2:

1. Launch Safari browser.
2. Click the Safari menu > Preferences > Advanced.
    ![Show Develop Option in Safari's Menu](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/show_develop_in_menu_bar_3ece6c247b.png)
3. Check the box Show Develop menu in the menu bar.
4. Click on Develop and select **Empty Cache** from the drop-down menu.

:note[If you want to move all the history of Safari, click History in the Safari menu and select Clear History from the drop-down menu.]

### Method 3:

Another quick and easy way to clear Safari cache is to use BuhoCleaner. This handy cache cleaner allows you to quickly delete all cached files from your system, applications, and popular browsers like Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Opera.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

1. Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac.
2. Launch it and click the Scan button in the right column.
3. Click the View Details button to open the detailed results list.
4. Click Browser Cache, check the box next to Safari, and then click the Remove button.

![Quickly Clear Cache in Safari](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_clear_safari_cache_6208b99f4a.png)


## How to Clear Safari Cache on iPhone and iPad

Please note that the following clearing steps will clean up all history, cookies, and website data from Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Swipe down the screen and find Safari.
3. Open it, scroll down your screen and select Clear History and Website Data.

![How to Clear Safari Cache on iPhone and iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_cache_in_safari_iphone_and_ipad_53e655a921.png)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

That's all about how to clear the cache of the Safari browser on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. You may benefit a lot from removing the cache files of the Safari browser, but at the same time, when you visit the same website next time, you have to accept the fact that the website opens slower than before. So only clear them when needed.


large_safari-cover.png

medium_safari-cover.png

small_safari-cover.png

thumbnail_safari-cover.png

safari-cover.png

How to Clear Safari Cache on Mac/iPhone/iPad

Overload Safari cache files will not only take up a lot of your valuable storage space but may also degrade the performance of your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. If you want to free up some storage space and make your system run faster, clearing the Safari caches may be a good way. In this blog, we will introduce to you in detail what Safari's caches are, when you should clear them, and how to clear them on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

How to Clear Safari Cache on Mac, iPhone and iPad

:summary[**Summary**: Can't delete Epic Games Launcher? Read this blog and learn how to remove Epic Games Launcher from Mac and PC properly.]

Epic Games Launcher is an excellent platform for downloading and installing games. If you are tired of it and want to uninstall it from your computer, look no further. Here in this blog, you will learn how to delete Epic Games Launcher from Mac and PC completely.

:toc{allow=1,2}

:::alsoread
:a[How to Properly Uninstall Fortnite on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-fortnite-on-mac'}

:::


## What is Epic Games Launcher?

Epic Games Launcher is one of the most popular game platforms you can download and play games. It has a great number of games on it, the most popular of which must be [Fortnite](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-fortnite-on-mac), a massive game with over 350 million accounts and 2.5 billion friends connected.

Epic works well on Windows, macOS, Android, Xbox, and other devices. However, you might want to remove it from your computer for several reasons. Here are some of them:

- You are determined to stop playing games.
- Your PC or Mac is running [slow](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-mac-monterey).
- There are some errors, and you need to uninstall and reinstall it.

### Why Can't I Uninstall Epic Games Launcher?

You tried to uninstall Epic Games Launcher from Windows or macOS, but it failed. Why? The main reason is that Epic Games Launcher is still running in the background. Therefore, you'd better quit it out before you start uninstalling it. Below are the steps on how to quit Epic Games Launcher on Mac and PC.

**On a Mac**: Use Activity Monitor
1. Open Activity Monitor via Spotlight.
2. Locate Epic Games Launcher and double click on it.
3. On the new window, click the Quit button and select Force Quit.

![How to Quit Epic Games Launcher with Activity Monitor](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quit_epic_games_launcher_on_mac_785e6fa459.png)

**On a PC**: Use Task Manager
1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys on your keyboard to open Task Manager.
2. Under the Process section, find Epic Games Launcher.
3. Right-click on its icon and select End Task.

Now you have killed all the background processes of Epic Games Launcher. Let's move to the uninstallation steps.

## How to Delete Epic Games Launcher on Mac

### How to Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Mac Automatically

[BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) is a popular application removal tool for Mac. It offers you a fast and easy way to uninstall Epic Games Launcher on macOS. You don't need to be a Mac expert. All you need to do is install it on your Mac, and it will remove Epic Games Launcher and all files related to it in a couple of clicks. 

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Here're the steps:
1. Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac.
2. Launch it and click on App Uninstall in the sidebar.
   ![How to Uninstall Apps with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_ms_with_buhocleaner_mac_981f95816b.png)
3. Click the Scan button, and you'll see the list of apps you can uninstall.
4. Find Epic Games Launcher, select the box next to it, and click the Remove button.
   ![How to Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_epic_games_launcher_mac_c086a157d8.png)

### How to Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Mac Manually

If you are not satisfied with the method above, you can manually uninstall Epic Games Launcher using Finder. This method requires you to have some knowledge about Mac as you have to delete not only its applications but also its related files stored in different folders.
1. Make sure you have quit out Epic Games Launcher.
2. Open Finder and click the Applications in the sidebar.
3. Find Epic Games Launcher in the Applications folder and right-click on its icon to move it to the Trash.
   ![How to Delete Epic Games Launcher Application](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_epic_games_launcher_app_mac_f11d6d52c9.png)
4. Press Shift + Command + G keys on a Finder window to open the Go to Folder window.
5. Type ~/Library in the box and click the Go button.
   ![Navigate to Library Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/navigate_to_library_folder_mac_2ea05a9a64.png)
6. Find all the associated files of Epic Games Launcher in the following folders and move them to Trash.
   - `~/Library/Application Support`
   - `~/Library/Caches`
   - `~/Library/Preferences`
   - `~/Library/Logs`
   - `~/Library/Cookies`
   ![Delete Epic Games Launcher Related Files](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_epic_games_launcher_associated_files_ff4d093e86.png)
7. Empty your Trash and restart your Mac If necessary.

## How to Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on PC

The process for uninstalling Epic Games Launcher from PC is almost the same. Here we just take Windows 10 as an example.
1. Quit Epic Games Launcher with Task Manager.
2. Search Control Panel in the search box next to the Start Menu.

   ![Open Control Panel on Windows 10](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/open_control_panel_windows10_b23b630942.png)

3. In the Control Panel window, click Programs > Programs and Features.

    ![Programs and Features on Windows 10](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/programs_and_features_windows10_034e0a9bd1.png)

4. Locate Epic Games Launcher, right-click on it, click Uninstall, and confirm your removal.

    ![Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Windows 10](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_epic_games_launcher_windows10_854822d43b.png)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you know how to completely uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Mac and PC. Please note that before performing the uninstallation steps, please end all processes of Epic Games Launcher to prevent uninstallation from being unsuccessful.

:p[FAQs]{.h3}

**1. What Will Happen If I Delete Epic Games Launcher?**

:p[Once you uninstall Epic Games Launcher, all the games and data in it will be wiped out as well. Therefore, it is a good idea to back up your downloaded games. Just in case you want to replay them in the future.]

**2. How to Uninstall Epic Games Like Fortnite?**

:p[The easiest way to uninstall Epic games is to use the Epic Games Launcher. Just launch the Epic Games Launcher and click on the Library in the sidebar, find the game you want to uninstall, click the three-dot menu below the game, click on Uninstall, and confirm your uninstallation. If you're using a Mac, you can also use a third-party app uninstaller like BuhoCleaner to remove all Epic games and all their related files without any hassle. Download it from [here](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) now.]

**3. Can I Uninstall Epic Games Launcher Without Uninstalling Fortnite?**

:p[Unfortunately, you can't. Fortnite runs through the Epic Games Launcher. Deleting the Epic Games Launcher will uninstall all the games you have installed. If you don't want to lose the data of Fortnite, make sure you have it backed up at elsewhere.]

large_画板备份_41.png

medium_画板备份_41.png

small_画板备份_41.png

thumbnail_画板备份_41.png

画板备份_41.png

How to Properly Delete Epic Games Launcher on Mac and PC

Epic Games Launcher is an excellent platform for downloading and installing games. If you are tired of it and want to uninstall it from your Mac or PC, look no further. Here in this blog, you will learn how to delete Epic Games Launcher from macOS and Windows 10 completely.

Quick Guide to Uninstall Epic Games Launcher on Mac and PC

:summary[**Summary**: This guide will cover what startup programs are and how to stop them from launching at Mac startup.]

Have you run into some of these issues while using your Mac?

- Mac boots up slowly.
- Mac has lagging problems.
- There are too many app windows opened after starting your Mac.

Actually, you're not alone. Read on to find out how to stop unwanted programs from launching at Mac startup.

:toc

:alsoread[[How to Stop Spotify from Opening on Startup on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/stop-spotify-opening-on-startup-on-mac)] 

## What Are Startup Programs on Mac?

Startup items, also called login items, are applications and services that run in the background when you start your Mac. You may have added some of them to startup by yourself, while others may not have had your permission.

Having some startup items can certainly improve your work efficiency. But having too many auto-login items will not only eat up your memory but also degrade the performance of your Mac. So, it's a good idea to go ahead and disable those unwanted startups.

## How to Stop Startup Apps from the Dock

The easiest way to stop an app from opening on Mac startup is to use the Dock. Here're the steps.

1. Launch the app you want to disable.
2. Right-click on its icon in the dock.
3. Untick the Open at Login option. (Do the reverse if you want the app to start automatically.)

   ![How to Disable Mac Apps from the Dock](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_mac_apps_from_dock_dd44a78282.png)

## How to Disable Login Items in System Preferences

You can also prevent applications from launching at startup in System Preferences (macOS Monterey and earlier) or System Settings (macOS Ventura).

Here's how.

1. Click the Apple icon in the menu bar.
2. Do one of the following:
      * On macOS Ventura: Select System Settings > General > Login Items.
      * On macOS Monterey and earlier: Choose System Preferences > Users & Groups > Login Items.
3. In the Login Items list, you'll find all the apps that will start up when you log in to your Mac. 
4. Highlight the ones you want to disable, unlock the padlock in the lower-left corner, and click the Minus button under the list.

   ![How to Disable Login Items on Mac in System Preferences](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_login_items_mac_c91a7bb51a.png)

## How to Remove Launch Daemons and Launch Agents in Finder

Even if you disable all your unwanted login items, you may still find some annoying startup services that start automatically when you boot your Mac. These startup services are Launch Daemons and Launch Agents, which can be found in your Library folder

Here’s how to remove them from the startup list using the Finder.

1. Click the Finder icon in the dock.
2. Press **Shift + Command + G** to open the Go to Folder window.
3. Paste the following paths into the boxes, one at a time, press Return, and delete unneeded launch daemons and launch agents.

    -  /Library/LaunchDaemons 
    - ~/Library/LaunchAgents 
    - ~/Library/LaunchDaemons
    - /System/Library/LaunchAgents 
    - /System/Library/LaunchDaemons


   ![How to Remove Launch Daemons and Launch Agents on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_launch_daemons_and_launch_agents_e1c67463bd.png)

<note notetype='notes'>The last two folders, /System/Library/LaunchAgents and /System/Library/LaunchDaemons, are essential to your macOS, and you don't know what will happen to your system if you delete them by mistake. So if you're not sure what they are, leave them alone.</note> 

## How to Stop Apps from Launching via App Preferences

Another way to prevent apps from opening on Mac startup is to use app preferences. Just launch the application you want to disable on startup, open its Preferences window, find the option to manage its startup, and change its status to Disabled.

Related Article: [4 Best Ways to Stop Spotify from Launching on Mac Startup](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/stop-spotify-opening-on-startup-on-mac)

## How to Easily Take Control of Startup Programs on Mac

You may have noticed that managing your startup programs using the these methods is not quite as efficient as you would like. Furthermore, your system may also be at risk if you delete some important files by mistake. 

Luckily, we can introduce you to a safe and effective way to take control your startup programs. Introducing [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com), a free and easy to use mac startup manager. Using this tool, you can disable and enable apps and startup services quickly and hassle-free.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Here's all you need to do.

1. Make sure you have BuhoCleaner installed on your Mac. 
2. Launch it and click on the Startup Items tab.
3. Click the Scan button, and you will see two lists: User Login Items and Startup Services.
   ![How to Quickly Change Startup Programs on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_startup_items_quickly_db17c5bacd.png)
4. To disable an app, click the button next to it and change its status to Disabled.
   ![How to Disable Login Items on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_login_items_mac_223f9fe872.png)
5. To disable a launch daemon or launch agent service, switch to Startup Service and change its status to Disabled. If you want to remove the service, right-click on it and select Remove from the drop-down menu. It's that easy!
   ![Quickly Disable Launch Agents and Daemons on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_launch_agents_daemons_mac_07ed441a3d.png)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you have seen some different approaches to disabling startup programs on your Mac. If you don't want to spend too much time dealing with startup problems, why not give [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) a shot. Managing startup programs has never been easier.



large_startup-cover.png

medium_startup-cover.png

small_startup-cover.png

thumbnail_startup-cover.png

startup-cover.png

5 Ways to Stop Apps from Opening on Startup on Mac

This guide explains what startup programs are and how to stop them from starting when your Mac starts up.

5 Ways to Stop Unwanted Startup Programs on Mac

<summary>**Summary**: If you're looking for ways to uninstall Steam and Steam games on Mac, you've just come to the right place. In the article, we'll introduce you to how to completely remove Steam and downloaded games on it from your Mac.</summary>

Steam claims to be the ultimate destination for playing, discussing, and creating games. It has over 30,000 AAA, indie, and in-between games. While the games on Steam are diverse and feature-rich, they also have one major drawback: they are storage hogging. If you are running out of space on your Mac and want to [free up more disk space](https://www.drbuho.com/mac-cleaner/how-to-free-up-disk-space-on-your-mac) quickly, the most straightforward way is to uninstall Steam or its games.

Keep reading, and we'll tell you how to remove Steam and Steam games from your Mac safely and entirely.

<toc allow='1,2'></toc>
Also Read: [How to Completely Uninstall Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac)
## How to Uninstall Steam and Steam Games on Mac Manually

If you no longer need Steam or any Steam game, follow the steps below to delete it completely from your Mac.

1. Click the Finder icon in the Dock.
2. Click on Applications and find Steam.
3. Right-click it and choose Move to Trash.

![Move Steam App to Trash](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/move_steam_app_to_trash_ece5697f5a.png)

4. On the Finder window, press Shift + Command + G.
5. Type in: ~/Library/Application Support/Steam and click the Go button.

![Navigate to Steam Leftovers](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/navigate_to_steam_leftover_a823a63168.png)

6. To remove all Steam data from your Mac, delete the entire Steam folder.

    **Note**: If you don't want to lose any game data: delete all files and folders in /Steam EXCEPT FOR the /SteamApps folder.

7. Right-click the Trash and choose Empty Trash.

## How to Uninstall Steam and Steam Games on Mac Quickly

There is an easy and fast way to delete Steam and Steam games on Mac completely, and that is to use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), one of the best app removers for Mac. You can use it not only to uninstall the applications you don't want but also to [remove all the leftovers of the uninstalled programs](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac). Here's what you need to do. 

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Download for Free Now</linkbutton></group>

1. Launch BuhoCleaner and click the App Uninstall Tab in the sidebar.
2. Click the Scan button, and you'll find all the apps installed on your Mac.

![Scan Apps Installed](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/scan_apps_installed_d6472c8d70.png)

3. Tick Steam and click the Remove button. (All your Steam files and downloaded games will be deleted from your computer.)

![Uninstall Steam Quickly](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_steam_quickly_735ab6c948.png)

<note notetype='note'>Quit Steam before uninstalling it.</note>

## How to Delete Steam Games on Mac with Steam Library

If you just want to remove unwanted Steam games, you can remove them with your Steam account.

1. Launch the Steam app.
2. Click the Library option, and you can find all your downloaded games in All.

![Find Steam Games in Library](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_steam_games_in_library_69819ea82d.png)

3. Select the game you want to remove, right-click it, hover your mouse over Manage, and choose Uninstall.

![Uninstall Steam Games with Library](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_steam_games_with_library_71c3e2aedf.png)

4. Confirm the prompt that appears, and the game will be removed permanently.

![Confirm Steam Game Uninstallation](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/confirm_steam_game_uninstallation_7bfc9c8e84.png)

<note notetype='note'>The game you uninstalled will remain in your Games Library. If you want to play it again, you will need to redownload all of its content.</note>

## How to Delete Steam Games on Mac Without Steam App

Is there a way to uninstall Steam games if you already have the Steam app deleted from your Mac? The answer is yes. Here are the steps:

1. Open Finder and press Shift + Command + G keys.
2. Type in: ~/Library/Application Support/Steam and press the Return button.
3. Find the folder named steamapps and delete it entirely.

## Conclusion

Now you have learned how to completely uninstall Steam and Steam games on your Mac in different ways. It's your turn to try.

By the way, BuhoCleaner is not just an App remover, and it's also an excellent Mac cleaner that allows you to clean your Mac with just one click thoroughly. [Download it for free now](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download).


large_how-to-uninstall-steam.png

medium_how-to-uninstall-steam.png

small_how-to-uninstall-steam.png

thumbnail_how-to-uninstall-steam.png

how-to-uninstall-steam.png

Best Ways to Uninstall Steam and Steam Games on Mac

Steam claims to be the ultimate destination for playing, discussing, and creating games. It has over 30,000 AAA, indie, and in-between games. While the games on Steam are diverse and feature-rich, they also have one major drawback: they are storage hogging. If you are running out of space on your Mac and want to free up more disk space quickly, the most straightforward way is to uninstall Steam or its games.

Keep on reading, and we'll tell you how to remove Steam and Steam games from your Mac safely and entirely.

<summary>**Summary**: In this article, you will learn what a startup disk is and how to clear it when it is full or almost full. </summary>

If you use Mac often, you may have encountered the warning that your startup disk is almost full. As a result of ignoring this message, your [Mac performance drops](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-mac-monterey) , files can't be deleted, or even worse, your Mac won't startup. 

Want to know how to fix a full Mac disk error? You've just come to the right place. In the following sections, we will take you through what a startup disk is, how to fix the Mac startup disk full problem, and, more importantly, how to avoid running out of disk space.

<toc allow='1,2'></toc>

:::alsoread

:a[How to Delete System Data on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

:::

## What is Startup Disk on Mac?

The disk where your current macOS is installed is the startup disk. You can check your startup disk by clicking the Apple menu > System Preferences > Startup Disk.

Most Mac users have only one disk. Thus, the Macintosh HD is the default startup disk. If you are one of the few users who have 2 or more disks in Mac, you are free to choose which one to be your startup disk.

## How to Check the Usage of Startup Disk 

![Check Startup Disk Usage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_startup_disk_usage_en_6bf0d060a5.png)

When the system says that your startup disk is almost full, you need to pay attention to it. To check the usage of your boot disk, follow the steps below:

1. Click on the Apple icon in the upper left corner of your screen and choose **About This Mac**.
2. Click the **Storage** tab, and you will see that the storage bar is divided into sections. Every colored section represents a category. The longer the section length, the more space that category takes up. If you have free space left, it should appear at the end of the storage bar.
3. Click the **Manage** button above the storage bar to open the Storage Management Window, where you can see the size of every category.

Alternatively, you can also know how much storage space is used or unused with the Disk Utility.

## How to Clean up Startup Disk on Mac

By following the above steps, you know how much free disk space you have left. If you have a small amount of free space, you can use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com) to quickly free up more disk space to avoid Mac performance downgrading. As a general of thumb, you need to keep at least 10GB of space to make sure your system is running properly.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

If unfortunately, your disk is full, you may get a message that your operation could not be completed. In this case, how can you free up disk space? 

Don't worry. We have found some solutions for you.

### 1. Use Built-in Optimization Tools

Storage optimization tools are built into macOS Sierra and later. You can easily find them in the Storage Management window. Once you open the window, you will find 4 optimization recommendations, including **Store in iCloud, Optimize Storage, Empty Trash Automatically, and Reduce Clutter**. All you need to do is follow the recommendations to optimize your disk space.

![Optimize Mac Storage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/optimize_mac_storage_en_81b5ebb60d.png)

This method should solve your startup disk full problem. If not, move on to the next step.
### 2. Delete Files Bypass the Trash

How do you delete files on Mac? 99% of you may move them to the Trash. But actually, these files are still stored on your hard drive if you don't empty the Trash. When your startup disk is full, most likely, you will be unable to delete files or [empty the Trash](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-empty-trash-on-mac). Being the case, how can you reclaim some space? 

Don't worry, and you can delete files bypassing the Trash. Here are 3 ways for you.

#### Clear Files via Shortcuts

Select the files you want to remove, hold down **Command + Option + Delete** keys, and click the Delete button.

#### Remove Files via Finder

Select the unwanted files, press and hold the **Option** key, and then click the File menu in Finder and Choose Delete Immediately.

#### Delete Files via Terminal

1. Open Terminal via Spotlight or Launchpad.
2. In the Terminal window, enter the command: `sudo rm` followed by a space.
3. Drag the files you want to delete permanently into Terminal and press the Return key. 
4. Enter your administrator password and press the Return key again.

![Force Delete Files with Terminal](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/force_empty_trash_mac_824dcdf81f_1e82bb5149.png)

<note notetype='note'>These 3 ways will delete files permanently, and files are not recoverable. We strongly recommend that you recheck files before deleting them.</note>

### 3. Use the Safe Mode

If the above methods do not solve your problem, you can clear your disk in Safe Mode.

Safe Mode can solve almost all problems with Mac. When you boot your Mac in Safe Mode, unnecessary startup programs are disabled. Besides, Safe Mode will remove cache files and temporary files from your Mac, which frees up some space for you.

**How to Start Mac in Safe Mode:**

1. Turn off your Mac.
2. Press and hold the **Shift** key as Mac starts up. 
3. Release the keys when the login window appears.
4. Log in to your Mac, maybe twice. You will see the Safe Boot words in the upper right corner of the login window.
5. Delete files you don't want and restart your Mac. 

### 4. Move Files to An External Drive

There is another way you can use. That is to move files you don't currently use to an external drive. What you should do is find an external drive, connect it to your Mac, and then move files, especially the ones that take up a lot of space and you don't need for a while.

Also, you can store your unused files in the cloud and retrieve them from the cloud when you need them.

### 5. Use the macOS Recovery Mode

macOS Recovery Mode can fix disk-related problems. If you are experiencing abnormal operation due to a full disk, try using macOS Recovery Mode to repair and clean your disk.

Here are the steps:

1. Close your Mac.
2. Start your Mac and press and hold the **Command + R** keys immediately until the macOS Utilities window appears. 
3. From the macOS Utilities list, select Disk Utility and click the Continue button.
4. In the new window, click View > Show All Devices > First Aid > Run. ((If you don't see the Run button, click the Repair Disk button instead.)

![Repair Disk Space in macOS Monterey](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/repair_disk_macos_recovery_mode_7c4a1d14f1_caeaac047d.png)

## How to Avoid the Startup Disk Full Issue on Mac

It is unwise to start clearing disk space only after a full startup disk. You'd better clean your disk often.

There are many ways of freeing up disk space. You can refer to [this article](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) for detailed tips. In general, manually deleting unwanted files is tedious and time-consuming. If you don't have much time to do a manual junk cleaning, you can give BuhoCleaner ago. BuhoCleaner is one of the [best Mac cleaning apps](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software). Its noticeable features are flash junk file cleanup, unwanted app uninstallation, duplicate file and large file removal, memory release, startup program management, etc. With this handy tool, you can free up tens of gigabytes in just a few clicks.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

**How to Use BuhoCleaner to Free up Space on Mac:**

1. Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac.
2. Launch it, select a tool in the sidebar, and click the Scan button in the right column.
3. When the scanning process is done, check the files you want to delete, and click the Remove button.

![Quickly Clear Disk Space with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_disk_space_with_buhocleaner_02b5433c7c.png)


## Conclusion

Now you know what to do when the startup disk is full-on Mac. To avoid running out of storage space again, always keep an eye on your available space. If you don't have enough storage space, don't forget to try BuhoCleaner. It can save you a lot of time and effort. 


medium_Mac_Startup_Disk_is_Full__Here_s_the_Fix.png

small_Mac_Startup_Disk_is_Full__Here_s_the_Fix.png

thumbnail_Mac_Startup_Disk_is_Full__Here_s_the_Fix.png

Mac_Startup_Disk_is_Full__Here_s_the_Fix.png

How to Fix "Startup Disk Full" Error on Mac

If you use Mac often, you may have encountered the warning that your startup disk is almost full. As a result of ignoring this message, your Mac performance drops, files can't be deleted, or even worse, your Mac won't startup. 

Want to know how to fix a full Mac disk error? You've just come to the right place. In the following sections, we will take you through what a startup disk is, how to fix the Mac startup disk full problem, and, more importantly, how to avoid running out of disk space.

How to Fix "Startup Disk Full" Error on Mac (2023)

<summary>**Summary**: In this article, you will learn what cache is on your Mac and how to clear the caches from macOS, applications, and browsers such as Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.</summary>

Caches are files that your Mac creates when you browse websites and use applications. They are supposed to [speed up your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-mac-monterey). But if you don't clean them often. Over time, they will pile up and take up huge storage space, making your Mac run slower than it should. In this article, we'll first explain what cache is on your Mac, why you should empty it, and then give you details on how to clear caches from the system, applications, and popular browsers.

:toc{allow=1,2}

:::alsoread

:a[How to Delete Other Storage on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-other-storage-mac'}

:::

## What is Cache on Mac

A cache is a type of temporary memory used to collect temporary data to help your system, browser, and applications load faster in the future. For example, when you browse a website, your browser downloads HTML files, images, videos, Java scripts, etc. and stores them in a cache folder. Next time you visit the site again, your browser will load the data through the stored cache files without connecting to the network. 

Common cache files include system cache, application cache, and browser cache.

### Why Should You Clear Cache on Mac?

Caches can speed things up on your Mac. However, too many of them will not only take up a lot of your valuable storage space but also degrade your Mac performance. Therefore, it is necessary for you to clean them once in a while. Deleting the cache has many benefits, such as [freeing up storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac), correcting webpage errors, preventing tracking by malware and third-party software, forcibly deleting outdated content in applications, and so on.

### Is It Safe to Delete Cache Files on Mac?

It is generally safe to delete cache files from the system folder (/Library/Caches) and the user folder (~/Library/Caches). However, some applications may store important files in their cache folders. Please be careful when you delete application cache on Mac.


## How to Quickly Clear Cache Files on Mac 

It is really time-consuming to manually delete caches in the system, applications, and browsers. But if you have [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/)  in hand, deleting the cache files on your Mac is no longer time-taking. BuhoCleaner is one of the [best cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software) for macOS Ventura and M1/M2 Macs. It allows you to remove cached files from the system, applications, and browsers in seconds. 

![Clear Caches on Mac With One Click](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_cache_files_mac_d91002033c_d7418fcd51.png)

You don't need to be a Mac guru, just install it on your Mac. After installation, launch it, click the Scan button, and it will detect all cache files on your Mac. If you trust the Smart Selection option, click the Remove button directly. Otherwise, click the View Details button to select the files you want to keep or delete manually.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

## How to Manually Clear System Cache on Mac

The macOS caches do not take up much storage space. Some of the cache files are critical to your system, and clearing them may cause problems with your system. If you still insist on clearing your system cache, we strongly recommend that you [back up](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250) your system files first. 

1. On the Finder window, press Shift-Command-G to open the Go to the Folder window.
2. Type in **/Library/Caches/** and then click the Go button.
3. Delete the files in each subfolder.
4. Empty your Trash.

    ![How to Clear System Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_system_cache_d9aa7c169b.png)
    
## How to Manually Clear Web Browser Cache on Mac

It's not difficult to clear browser caches on Mac. But one thing you should know is that once you delete the browser caches, when you revisit a page, Mac needs time to re-download the page from the Internet, and you may feel that the browser is slower than before. Therefore, if you are not clearing browser caches for storage purposes, you can leave them alone.

### How to Clear Cache in Safari on Mac

1. Launch Safari browser.
2. Click the Safari menu > Preferences > Advanced tab.
2. Select the box next to the Show Develop menu in the menu bar.
3. Go back to the Safari menu, click the Develop menu and select Empty Caches.
    ![How to Clear Safari Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_safari_cache_on_mac_f796022bea.png)

Alternatively, you can quickly [clear cache in Safari](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-cache-in-safari) with shortcuts: Command-Option-E.

### How to Clear Cache in Chrome on Mac

1. Launch Chrome browser.
2. Click the three-dot menu in the right corner of the Chrome window.
3. Hover your mouse over More Tools and select Clear Browsing Data.
4. Choose a time range in the new pop-out window and check the boxes next to Cookies and other sites data and Cached images and files.
5. Click the blue Clear data button.

    ![How to Clear Chrome Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_chrome_cache_on_mac_edcd056df9.png)

### How to Clear Cache in Firefox on Mac

1. On your Mac, open Firefox.
2. Click the Firefox icon in the menu bar and select Preferences.
3. Click the Privacy and Security
4. Scroll down to Cookies and Site Data and click the Clear Data button.
5. Uncheck the box next to Cookies and Site Data and click the Clear button.
6. Close the about:preferences page.
    ![How to Clear Firefox Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_firefox_cache_on_mac_4cddd34231.png)


Related Article: [How to Flush DNS Cache in macOS Ventura, Monterey & Earlier](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/flush-dns-cache-on-mac)

## How to Manually Clear Application Cache on Mac

Application caches are stored in the user's library folder. Although they take up much more storage space than the system cache, there is still no need to clear them unless you are experiencing application errors or are running out of storage space. If you do want to clear the application cache, follow the steps below.

1. Open a Finder window and press Shift-Command-G to open the Go to Folder window.
2. Type **~/Library/Caches** in the blank box, click the Go button, and you will see the caches of all applications.
3. Find the folder of the app whose cache you want to delete.
4. Go into it, delete all its files, and then empty the trash.
   ![How to Clear Application Cache on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/how_to_clear_application_cache_on_mac_313e1213ea.png)

<note notetype='Note'>In case you delete some important files by mistake, [back up](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac) the caches you want to delete first.</note>

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you know how to clear your system cache, application cache, and browser cache on your Mac. Please keep in mind that if you're not sure whether you can delete a cache file, you'd better keep it untouched.

Actually, using BuhoCleaner to clear cache files is your best bet. It's risk-free and time-saving. Have a try now.





large_how-to-clear-cache-mac.png

medium_how-to-clear-cache-mac.png

small_how-to-clear-cache-mac.png

thumbnail_how-to-clear-cache-mac.png

how-to-clear-cache-mac.png

How to Clear Cache on macOS Ventura and Monterey

Caches are files that your Mac creates when you browse websites and use applications. They are supposed to speed up your Mac. But if you don't clean them often. Over time, they will pile up and take up huge storage space, making your Mac run slower than it should. In this article, we'll first explain what cache is on your Mac, why you should clear it, and then give you details on how to clear caches from macOS, applications, and browsers.

<summary>**Summary**: In this article, you will learn how to fix the issue that Mac Trash won't empty. </summary>

The files in the Trash are not completely removed from your Mac, and they're still using your storage space. When you finally decide to empty the Trash, your Mac says that your operation couldn't be completed. 

Wondering why the problem occurs and how to fix it? Keep reading this blog, and you will find all the answers you want.

<toc allow='1,2'></toc>

:::alsoread

:a[How to Clear System Data on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

:::

## Why Can't I Empty the Trash on macOS Ventura?
The reason why your Mac won't empty Trash varies. The most common ones are:

* The file is in use.
* Your disk is full.
* The file is locked.
* Disk permissions are corrupted.

## How to Force Empty Trash on Mac Using Terminal

It's frustrating to be unable to empty the Trash on Mac. Fortunately, there is a quick way to solve this problem: to use Terminal to force clear the Trash. But please note that this method will completely delete the files and cannot be recovered. You'd better recheck the files you want to get rid of before actually deleting them.
1. Open Terminal via Spotlight or Launchpad.
2. In the Terminal, type the command: `sudo rm` followed by a space, drag the files in the Trash to the Terminal, and press the Return key. (Replace `sudo rm` with `sudo rm -rf` if you want to delete folders.)
3. Enter in your administrator password and press Return again.
   ![Force Empty Trash with Terminal](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/force_empty_trash_mac_824dcdf81f.png)
   
   
:note[The `rm -rf` command is dangerous. Please use it with caution.]{notetype=Note}

Forcibly emptying the Trash with the Terminal is risky. The best way to fix the problem of Trash not emptying is to better understand the causes and fix them accordingly. Let's take a look now.

## How to Fix “Mac Trash Won't  Empty Because File in Use”
If you failed to clear Trash because some of the files inside are in use, you should quit the applications or processes using the files you want to delete. Here's what you can do:

### Restart your Mac

The most straightforward way is to restart your Mac. Restarting your Mac will close the applications occupying the files, which will help you empty the Trash.

### Use Safe Mode

If you're still unable to empty the Trash, you can use Mac Safe Mode to fix the problem. 
Safe Mode can fix various problems with your Mac. When you start your Mac in Safe Mode, some unnecessary programs are blocked from launching. Also, cache files and temporary files are cleaned up in Safe Mode.

**How to Boot Your Mac in Safe Mode:**

1. Shut down your Mac.
2. Start your Mac, press and hold the Shift key until you see the Login in window.
3. Log in to your Mac. (You may be asked to log in again. You can see Safe Boot in the upper-right corner of your login window.)
4. Right click the Trash icon in the Dock and choose Empty Trash.
5. Restart your Mac normally.

Related Article: [How to Completely Delete Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/delete-files-on-mac) 

## How to Fix “Can't Empty Trash Because Disk is Full”

Every task and action on your Mac needs space to perform. If you get the message that the disk is full, all your operations on your Mac may fail. Therefore, the key to successfully cleaning the Trash is to free up disk space. 

### Clear Disk Space

Indeed, you can move some unused files to an external drive to free up space. However, if you don't have an external drive nearby, you can use the shortcut **Command + Option + Delete** to delete files bypass the Trash.

Too time-consuming? Here's a handy tool, [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), for you. As one of the best Mac cleaning and optimization software, BuhoCleaner can clean and speed up your Mac with a few clicks. What it can do for you includes system junk cleaning, Trash emptying, [app uninstallation](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac), duplicate file and large file removal, startup items management, and more. Moreover, all its deletions bypass the Trash.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

![Quickly Clean up Disk with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_up_disk_with_buhocleaner_15dee9f809.png)

Related Article: [How to Free Up Disk Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) 

### Repair Your Disk

Still can't empty the Trash even though there is free space? Then the reason may be that your disk has some issues. In this case, you can use the First Aid function in Disk Utility to run a test. However, if you want to repair disk issues, you need to restart your Mac in macOS Recovery Mode.

**Here's How to Repair a Disk:**

1. Restart your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold the Command + R keys until the macOS Utilities window appears. 
3. In the macOS Utilities window, select Disk Utility, and then Continue. 
  
  ![Repair Disk with Disk Utility](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_ventura_recovery_mode_options_list_e6e3675e1b.png?width=600)

4. Select the disk where you want to delete the files and click the First Aid tab > Run. If there is no Run button, click the Repair Disk button instead. 
   
   ![Repair Disk in Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/repair_disk_macos_recovery_mode_7c4a1d14f1_caeaac047d.png)

5. When all done, quit Disk Utility, restart your Mac and try to empty your Trash.

## How to Fix “Mac Trash Won't Empty Because File is Locked” 

As we mentioned earlier, a locked file may also prevent you from emptying the Trash. Follow the steps below to unlock the files you want to delete first.

1. Locate the locked file you can't delete.
2. Control-click it and choose Get Info.
3. Uncheck the Locked box.
![file-locked.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/file_locked_1a07a632f6.png?width=400)
4. Empty your Trash.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, you have successfully cleaned the Trash by using the above methods. If the problem still exists, you may need to [format your disk](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208496) and reinstall your operating system or have your hard drive checked for damage.

If this article is helpful to you, don't forget to share it with your friends.




large_Mac_Trash_Won_t_Empty__Here_s_How_to_Fix_It.png

medium_Mac_Trash_Won_t_Empty__Here_s_How_to_Fix_It.png

small_Mac_Trash_Won_t_Empty__Here_s_How_to_Fix_It.png

thumbnail_Mac_Trash_Won_t_Empty__Here_s_How_to_Fix_It.png

Mac_Trash_Won_t_Empty__Here_s_How_to_Fix_It.png

Can't Empty Trash on macOS Ventura? Try These Fixes

The files in the Trash are not completely removed from your Mac, and they're still using your storage space. When you finally decide to empty the Trash, your Mac says that your operation couldn't be completed. 
Wondering why the problem occurs and how to fix it? Keep reading this blog, and you will find all the answers you want.

Trash Won't Empty on macOS Ventura? Here's the Fix

:summary[**Summary**: Is your Mac running slowly after upgrading to macOS Monterey? Wondering how to fix it? Check out this blog, and you will find 10 proven ways to speed it up.]

macOS Monterey has more features and a better user experience than previous versions. Typically, when you upgrade your Mac to the latest macOS Monterey, it will run faster. But that may not be the case. You may find that your Mac is slower than before. Don't want to [downgrade macOS Monterey](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/downgrade-macos) to Big Sur or an older version? There are some things you can do to speed up macOS Monterey.

Let's take a closer look now.

:toc{allow=1,2}

:alsoread[[Mac Won't Connect to Wi-Fi? Here's How to Fix It](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-mac-won't-connect-wifi)]


## Why Is Your Mac Slow After Upgrading to macOS Monterey?

Before we introduce you to ways to speed up macOS Monterey, let's take a look at why your Mac is slow. Here are some of the reasons:

- You are out of memory.
- Your disk is full or almost full.
- Your desktop is full of icons.
- There are too many startup programs.
- Some apps are not compatible.
- You have opened many browser tabs.

## How to Speed Up Mac（macOS Monterey)

Now that we know the reasons behind a slow Mac (macOS Monterey), the next thing we need to do is optimize it according to these possible reasons.  

### Kill Memory-Hungry Processes

Applications tend to run slowly when there is not enough memory space available. Programs such as Photoshop, Final Cut Pro and Chrome use a lot of memory. If you're running them, quit them to see if your macOS Monterey runs faster.

To check what apps are taking the most memory, you can use Activity Monitor. Here are the steps:

1. Open a Finder window, click the Go menu in Finder, and select Utilities.
2. Click Activity Monitor, and it will show you all the processes on your Mac.
3. Before doing anything, go to the menu bar at the top of the screen and click View> Window Process and then return to the Activity Monitor.
4. Click the Memory tab, and you'll find which apps are using the most memory space.
5. Highlight the memory-intensive app process and click the Stop button.

![Kill Memory Hogging Processes](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/kill_memory_hogging_process_dc9bd40c29_59c7a3ffb1.png)

### Clean up Junk Files

Typically, the macOS Monterey needs up to 60 GB of space to run normally. [Insufficient storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) is the main reason why your Mac runs slowly. When you are surfing the Internet, watching streaming videos, playing games on your Mac, various caches, logs, and junks will be created on your Mac. Over time, these files pile up and take up a lot of your precious storage space.

To free up disk space, you can clean up your Mac storage manually or automatically. But be honest, the manual method is tedious and time-consuming. If you don't know much about Macs, we recommend you to use a third-party tool like [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) to do the job for you. BuhoCleaner is one of the best Mac cleaning utilities. It allows you to clear cache junks from the system, users, and apps in a couple of clicks. 

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Clear Junk Files on Mac Quickly](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/flash_clean_2db09f6647.png)



1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click the Scan button.
3. A few seconds later, you will find all the junk files on your Mac. 
4. Tick the files you want to delete and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Junk Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/buhocleaner_23f4c5b419_c0c69200e6.png)


### Remove Unwanted Apps

Another way to speed up macOS Monterey is to uninstall the programs you no longer use and the apps not compatible with your macOS Monterey.

The fastest way to remove apps is to use BuhoCleaner. Its built-in app uninstall feature can help you uninstall any unwanted apps quickly and completely.

1. [Download](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) and install the app on your Mac.
2. Launch it, click App Uninstall in the sidebar, and click the Scan button.
3. Check the boxes next to the apps you don't need and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Unwanted Apps](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_cache_junks_ab173ef2c4.png)

If you prefer to remove apps manually, you can go to the Applications folder in Finder, locate the apps you want to uninstall, and drag them to the Trash. Please note that you still need to find their associated files in the **Library** folder to uninstall them completely. Refer to [How to Remove Leftovers of Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-leftover-files-mac) for more details.

### Remove Unnecessary Startup Programs

Too many auto-start programs will make your Mac boot slowly. It's a good idea to delete or disable those unnecessary startup items.

1. Click the Apple menu and select System Preferences.
2. Click User & Groups > Login Items.
3. From the Login Items list, select the app you don't want to launch when you log in to your Mac and click the minus button below the list.

![Disable Login Items on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/disable_login_items_3d73e05e62_87f905f1ce.png)

Read Also: [How to Disable Startup Items on Your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/disable-startup-items-mac)


### Reduce Visual Effects

Minimizing the visual effects will help speed up macOS Monterey to some extent. Follow the steps below:

1. Click the Apple icon > System Preferences > Dock & Menu Bar.
2. Untick the following boxes: Animate opening applications and Automatically hide and show the Dock.
3. Click on Minimize windows using and change Genie effect to Scale effect.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Reduce Visual Effects](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reduce_visual_effects_7f76de4ab6.png)

### Remove Browser Extensions/Add-ons

Browser extensions can make our experience on Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and other browsers more personalized and convenient. However, they can also reduce the performance of the browser. Thus, it's necessary to delete unneeded add-ons from time to time. 

Here's how to remove extensions from Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.

**Safari**

1. Launch Safari browser.
2. Click Safari in the menu bar, select Preferences, and click on the Extensions tab.
3. To turn off an extension, deselect its checkbox.
4. To remove an extension, select it and click the Uninstall button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Safari Extensions](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_safari_extensions_43c9d86090.png)

**Chrome**

1. Launch Google Chrome browser.
2. Click the three-dot menu in the top right corner of your browser window.
3. Hover your mouse over More Tools and click Extensions. You'll see all the extensions added to your Chrome.
4. To disable an extension, click its blue slider.
5. To uninstall an extension, click the Remove button on it and confirm your removal.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Delete Chrome Extensions](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_chrome_extensions_5c306d16eb.png)

**Firefox**

1. Launch the Firefox browser.
2. Right-click on the add-on you want to delete and select Remove Extension. 
3. Confirm the window pop out and click the Remove button.

![Speed up macOS Monterey - Remove Firefox Add-ons](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_firefox_extensions_11eebe22bd.png)
### Close Unused Browser Tabs

Browser tabs also take up your precious memory space. You may find that your memory usage is over 500 megabytes when you have only a few browser tabs open. 

To avoid running out of memory space and causing applications to become unresponsive, you'd better close unused tabs timely.

### Reduce Desktop Clutter

Every icon on the Mac desktop is an active window. The more icons on your desktop, the more pressure on your memory. 

MacOS has a built-in feature to organize your Desktop. Just right-click on desktop and choose Use Stacks.

### Restart Your Mac 

Although Mac's hardware and operating system are designed to work for long periods without rebooting, the longer you run them, the more fragmented your computer's memory becomes and the more problems can occur. 

It is necessary for you to restart your Mac periodically.

### Reset PRAM/NVRAM

PRAM (Parameter RAM) or NVRAM (Nonvolatile Random Access Memory) stores the Preference settings of your Mac, such as startup disk, time, date, mouse, sound volume, and more. It's called NVRAM on Macs with Intel processors and PRAM on older PowerPC model Macs.

Resetting PRAM/NVRAM can solve various problems with your Mac, including memory issues, network connection problems, slow Mac, keyboard not responding, etc. 

Here are the steps:

1. Turn off your Mac. 
2. Press the Power button to turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold the Option + Command + P + R keys. 
3. 20 seconds later, release the keys. (Your Mac may reboot during this time.)
4. Check if your Mac runs normally.

![Reset NVRAM](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reset_nvram_d083895a21.png)


## Conclusion

Hopefully, your macOS Monterey is working normally after trying the above methods. If it is still slow, don't hesitate to try these methods, such as [reindexing Spotlight](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/rebuild-spotlight-index), resetting SMC, increasing memory, upgrading Mac hardware, etc. 

If this article works for you, please don't forget to share it with your friends.


large_how_to_speed_up_macos_monterey_4d2bed517f.png

medium_how_to_speed_up_macos_monterey_4d2bed517f.png

small_how_to_speed_up_macos_monterey_4d2bed517f.png

thumbnail_how_to_speed_up_macos_monterey_4d2bed517f.png

how_to_speed_up_macos_monterey_4d2bed517f.png

macOS Monterey Slow? 10 Ways to Speed It Up

macOS Monterey has more features and a better user experience than previous macOS versions. Usually, when you upgrade macOS to Monterey, your Mac will run faster. But that may not be the case. You may find that your macOS Monterey is slower than before. Don't want to downgrade macOS Monterey to Big Sur or an older version? There are some things you can do to speed it up.

In this article, we will introduce you to 10 ways to speed up macOS Monterrey.