<summary>**Summary**: Looking for ways to delete leftover files after uninstalling apps from Mac? Look no further. In this article, we've collected two ways for you. </summary>

Did you know that when you uninstall an application by dragging it to the Trash, the application will leave traces on your Mac? Over time, these residual files will continue to take up your space, which may make your Mac perform poorly. To get rid of them completely, you can delete them manually or through a third-party uninstaller like BuhoCleaner. 

In the following article, we will show you detailed steps on how to remove leftover files of uninstalled apps on Mac. Let's get started.


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## How to Manually Remove Leftover Files of Uninstalled Apps on Mac

Typically, leftover files of uninstalled apps include caches, application support files, preferences and more. You can locate them in the user library and system library folders. 

Here's how:

<step step="step 1">1. On a Finder window, press Shift + Command + G keys to open the Go to Folder window.</step>

<step step="step 2">Paste the following paths respectively and press the Return key on your keyboard.</step>

* ~/Library/Caches
* ~/Library/Logs
* ~/Library/Containers
* ~/Library/Application Support
* ~/Library/Cookies
* /Library/Address Book Plug-Ins
* /Library/Application Support
* /Library/Application Support/CrashReporter
* /Library/Preferences
* /Library/Saved Application State
* /private/var/db/BootCaches

![Manually Remove Leftovers on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/manually_remove_leftovers_on_mac_16e2085582.png)

<step step="step 3">3. Drag the files you don't need to the Trash.</step>
<step step="step 4">Empty your Trash.</step>

<note notetype='note'>If you are unsure whether a file can be deleted, we strongly recommend that you leave it alone. You don't know what will happen if you delete a system file by mistake.</note>

## How to Quickly Delete Leftover Files of Uninstalled Apps on Mac

You may find it tedious and risky to manually delete the remaining parts of uninstalled apps. Another way to remove unwanted leftover files is to use BuhoCleaner, which is one of the [best Mac cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software). Using this handy tool, you can get rid of all residual files of uninstalled apps in a batch and risk-free manner thoroughly. Here's what you need to do.

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

<step step="step 1">Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac.</step>
<step step="step 2">Open it and choose App Uninstall in the sidebar.</step>
   ![Scan App Leftovers on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_app_with_buhocleaner_986db3d29a_345ddbf71e.png)
<step step="step 3">Scan your Mac, and you'll find all the leftover files in the Leftovers list.</step>
<step step="step 4">Check the boxes next to the files you want to remove and click the blue Remove button.</step>
   ![Automatically Remove Leftovers on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_remove_leftovers_mac_16923c1f80.png)

Related Article: [4 Proven Ways to Permanently Delete Files on macOS](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/delete-files-on-mac)

## The Bottom Line

That's all for how to remove leftovers of uninstalled apps on Mac. Which method do you want to try first?

By the way, BuhoCleaner does more than cleaning up the leftovers. It can also help you clean and [speed up](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clean-up-mac) your Mac with just a few clicks. Give it a try now. It's free.

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How to Remove Leftover Files of Uninstalled Apps on Mac

Did you know that when you uninstall an application by dragging it to the Trash, the application will leave traces on your Mac? Over time, these residual files will continue to take up your space, which may make your Mac perform poorly. To get rid of them completely, you can delete them manually or through a third-party uninstaller like BuhoCleaner. In the following article, we will show you detailed steps on how to remove leftover files of uninstalled apps on Mac. 

<summary>**Summary**: This article will show you the two methods how to completely uninstall OneDrive on your Mac. </summary>

OneDrive is one of the most popular platforms for cloud storage. But if you want to remove it from your Mac, we have you covered. Here in this blog, we will walk you through the two ways to completely uninstall OneDrive on Mac.

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## Should I Remove OneDrive from Mac?

Developed by Microsoft, OneDrive is a popular cloud storage tool. It integrates with [Office](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-microsoft-office-on-mac) products and gives you more customization options than Google Drive and iCloud. However, it's limited to third-party app integrations, making it more suitable for businesses rather than individuals.

As to whether you should remove it from your Mac, it depends on your needs. Factors we consider when choosing cloud storage include price, speed, customization, security, and more.

If OneDrive doesn't serve your needs well and you want to uninstall it, continue to the next section to learn how to get rid of it from your Mac.

## How to Uninstall OneDrive on Mac Quickly

The quickest way to completely uninstall OneDrive on Mac is to use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/). This tool allows you to delete OneDrive and its associated files in seconds.

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

Here're the steps:

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click on App Uninstall, and you will find all the apps installed on your Mac.
   ![Quickly Uninstall OneDrive on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_onedrive_on_mac_ae677e5286.png)
3. Find OneDrive, check the box next to it, and click the Remove button.
   ![Uninstall OneDrive on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_onedrive_with_buhocleaner_4757dd077e.png)

BuhoCleaner is more than an app uninstaller. It's also a handy [Mac cleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software). Some of its features include cache file cleaning, Trash emptying, large file and duplicate file removal, startup programs management and system status monitoring. If you want to [free up more space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) on your Mac, don't forget to give its other features a try.

## How to Uninstall OneDrive on Mac Manually

According to a Microsoft article, to uninstall OneDrive, you just need to drag it to the Trash. But actually, its related files art still on your hard drive, taking you valuable space. So how can you completely remove it from your Mac?

Here's what you should do:

1. Quit OneDrive.

Click the icon of OneDrive in the menu bar > Help & Settings > Quit OneDrive and confirm your action.
   ![Quit OneDrive from Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quit_onedrive_mac_422a604e6d.png)

2. Remove the OneDrive App

Open Finder and click the Application in the sidebar. Locate OneDrive and drag it to the Trash.
   ![Delete OneDrive Leftovers on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_onedrive_app_finder_8c6bb6606d.png)

3. Delete the Leftovers of OneDrive

Press Shift + Command + G keys to open the Go to Folder window. Paste the file path: **~/Library** into the search box and press the Return key.

Go over the folders below to remove all related files of OneDrive. 

* ~/Library/Application Support/
* ~/Library/Containers/
* ~/Library/Caches/
* ~/Library/Preferences/
* ~/Library/Cookies/
* ~/Library/Logs/
* ~/Library/LaunchAgents/
   ![remove-leftovers-onedrive-finder.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_leftovers_onedrive_finder_d536803d79.png)
4. Empty the Trash.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you know how to uninstall OneDrive automatically and manually. As you can see, the manual way is time-consuming. It is recommended that you use BuhoCleaner to do the tedious removal job for you. It only takes you a couple of clicks.

### FAQs

1. **Why Can't I Uninstall OneDrive from Mac?**

    Before you can start uninstalling, you have to quit all processes of OneDrive. To check which processes of OneDrive are in use, you can use Activity Monitor. Once you find the processes, click on them and close them. 
2. **Will I Lose My Files After Uninstalling OneDrive?**

    Don't worry. Deleting OneDrive does not delete files and data from it. You can access your files by logging in to OneDrive.com whenever you want.
3. **How Can I Remove My OneDrive Account on Mac?**

    To delete an account in OneDrive, click the OneDrive icon in the menu bar, select Help & Settings, and then select Preferences. In the new window, select Account, click the Unlink this Mac button, and confirm your action.


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How to Completely Uninstall OneDrive on Mac

OneDrive is one of the most popular platforms for cloud storage. But if you want to remove it from your Mac, we have you covered. Here in this blog, we will walk you through the two ways to completely uninstall OneDrive on Mac.

2 Ways to Completely Uninstall OneDrive on Mac

:summary[**Summary**: From this guide, you will know why the iMovie says there is not enough disk space and how to fix the error in 6 ways.]

iMovie is a free video editing software that comes with macOS. It is the tool of choice for most Mac users to make and edit videos. However, some users reflect that they encounter insufficient disk space errors when using iMovie. If you are facing such a problem, look no further than this blog post. We will walk you through why iMovie is iMovie saying not enough disk space and how to fix it in 6 ways.

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## Reasons Behind the Not Enough Disk Space Error in iMovie

The main reason for the not enough disk space error is that your disk is full or almost full. Although iMovie is not a large program, you still need at least 25GB of free space to make sure it runs properly. When you use iMovie to make videos, it creates a large number of [cache files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-cache-on-mac) and temporary files on your Mac. Over time, these files pile up and take up a lot of your valuable storage space, leaving you with little available space to import or export videos.

But this may not be the case. There are also users who claim that even if there is enough free disk space, iMovie will still prompt an error of insufficient disk space. In this case, you may need to check for iMovie updates and update it to the latest version.

## How to Clear iMovie Disk Space on Mac

Now that you know why iMovie says there is insufficient disk space, let's see how to solve this problem. Here are 6 ways you can try.

### 1. Clean up Your Disk Space

Like we mentioned above, insufficient storage space is the main factor that causes this error. The safest way to free up disk space is to clear the junk files on your Mac. Some of the junk files are caches in the system, browsers, and applications, logs, [duplicates](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-duplicate-files-on-mac), disk images, and files in the Trash.

Indeed, you can go to the Finder to manually search for and delete files or applications you don't need. But this process can be time-consuming. Here, we would like to introduce you to an easier way to do this, using BuhoCleaner, a simple and practical [cleaner for Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software). This tool allows you to find tens of gigabytes of junk files in one click. All you need to do is select the files you want to get rid of and click the Remove button. Click the button below to have a try now.

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

![Quickly Clear Disk Space with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_disk_space_buhocleaner_8b15390eb8.png)

Want to learn more about how to free up your Mac storage space? Here is an article for you.

Related Article: [8 Ways to Free Disk Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac)


### 2. Delete Outdated iMovie Projects

You may have created many projects in iMovie. Since some of them may be outdated and useless to you, clearing them will free up some valuable space for you.

**How to Delete iMovie Projects:**

1. Open iMovie via Spotlight or Launchpad.
2. Find the project you want to remove.
3. Click the 3-dot menu next to the project name and choose Delete Project.
    ![Delete Updated Projects in iMovie](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_updated_projects_53354e994c.png)

### 3. Delete iMovie Library

Another way to solve the iMovie insufficient disk space error is to clear the iMovie Library, where all video clips and photos are stored. If your iMovie Library is too big and you want to free up some space on your Mac, you can delete the unneeded files in it.

**How to Clear iMovie Library:**

1. Launch iMovie and open a project.
2. Click the iMovie Library in the sidebar, and you will find all the clips saved by iMovie.
3. Select the clips you want to remove, right-click one of them, and choose Delete Media from Event.
    ![Clear iMovie Library](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_imovie_library_12e6af926a.png)

### 4. Delete Render Files

Rendered files in iMovie also take up your disk space. Deleting them will not cause any damage to your video but may temporarily affect performance until the render files are regenerated.

Here are the steps: :br
1. Click the iMovie menu and select Preferences.
2. Click the Delete button next to Fender Files and click the Delete button in the new pop-up window.
    ![Delete Render Files in iMovie](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_render_files_imovie_6da3868a7e.png)

### 5. Update/Reinstall iMovie

If you have enough disk space but still encounter this message, you can update or reinstall iMovie to resolve the issue.

To update iMove, just go to Apple Store, check iMovie updates, and click the Update button.

To reinstall iMovie, you have to uninstall it from your Mac completely first. Here's what you need to do:

1. Open the Finder and locate iMovie in the Applications folder.
2. Move its icon to the Trash.
    ![Uninstall iMovie with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_imovie_finder_6bcf0b729f.png)
3. Click the Go menu in Finder and select Library. (If you don't see the Library option, hold down the Option key while using the Go menu and Library will appear.)
4. Locate iMovie-related files in the folders including Preferences, Caches, Container, and Application Support, and move them to the Trash.
    ![Delete iMovie Related Files](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_imovie_related_files_f19ce88cf6.png)
5. Empty the Trash.

:note[Don't forget to try BuhoCleaner if you think it is too troublesome to uninstall iMovie manually. Download it from [here](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download).]

### 6. Move iMovie Library Files to An External Drive

By default, the iMovie Library is in the Movies folder in your Home directory. You can quickly locate it by clicking Finder > Movies. Though it's difficult to change the default location of the iMovie Library, you can move the files in iMovie Library to an external drive.

![move-imovie-library-content.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/move_imovie_library_content_989665cc34.png)

Simply connect an external drive on your Mac and manually drag the files from the iMovie Library to the external drive you insert. Once all the important data are moved, you can delete the files in iMovie Library to fix the problem.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, you have fixed the iMovie not enough disk space error by using one or more ways above.

The BuhoCleaner we mentioned in the article is a handy Mac cleaner and [app uninstaller](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-app-uninstallers-for-mac). No matter what situation you need to clean up your Mac, you can give it a try.

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iMovie is a free video editing software that comes with macOS. It is the tool of choice for most Mac users to make and edit videos. However, some users reflect that they encounter insufficient disk space errors when using iMovie. If you are facing such a problem, look no further than this blog post. We will walk you through the reasons behind the not enough disk space error and show you how to fix it in 6 ways.

6 Ways to Fix "iMovie Not Enough Disk Space" Error on Mac

<summary>**Summary**: Looking for ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive? Well then you have landed yourself in the right place. We are going to show you 8 of the very best ways to reclaim disk space both easily and efficiently.</summary>

If you are reading this, you’ve probably run into the problem of not having enough space left to update macOS or to upgrade software. Having your disk space nearly full can also slow down your Mac’s performance. Perhaps there’s no space left to download that new movie you’ve been wanting and you can’t find any files to delete. Want to know how to get more disk space on your Mac? Keep on reading. Here, we’ll show you 8 great ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive.
Let's get started.


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## How to Check Storage Usage on Mac

First things first, let's check how much free space you have left.
1. Click the Apple menu and choose About This Mac.
2. Click on Storage Tab, wait for a few second. You'll see a colored storage bar.
3. Hover over the last dark grey section, and you can see how much free space is left.


![Check Storage Space](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_storage_bbb6f57965.png)

## How Much Free Space Should I Have on My Mac?

Studies have shown that your Mac's performance starts to degrade when your storage space usage reaches 85%. For your Mac to run properly, you’ll need to have at least 10GB of free space. But we recommend that you keep at least 15% of your storage space free, so that you can have more freedom to install a new macOS, upgrade software, or download movies.


## 8 Ways to Free Up Disk Space on Mac

Now that you know how little space you can use, let's take a look at how to free up more space on your Mac.  

### 1. Optimize Mac Storage

The easiest way to free up disk space is to use the built-in optimization tools on your Mac. You can easily find them by clicking on the Manage button above the storage bar. As you can see from the picture, there are four recommended optimization options. Just follow the recommendations to optimize your storage space.

![Optimize Storage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/optimize_storage_66c57fd4eb.png)


**Store in iCloud**: This feature allows you to store your photos, movies, and files in iCloud. Just keep the necessary files on your Mac.

**Optimize Storage**: Click the Optimize button to turn on this function, and your Mac will automatically remove the movies and TV shows you have already watched and send them to the Trash when storage is needed.

**Empty Trash Automatically**: Once you turn it on, the items that have been in the Trash for over 30 days will be removed automatically. 

**Reduce Clutter**: By clicking the Review Files button, you can sort all the files on your Mac and delete the ones you no longer need.


### 2. Clear Junk Files on Mac

 To quickly and easily clear out all the junk files on your Mac, you need a third-party claner. [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) is the tool for you. It's one of the best Mac cleaners, and it can help you clean and speed up your Mac with only a few clicks. It will handle your junk file cleaning, unwanted app removal, duplicate and large file cleanup, and [memory release](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-ram-on-mac). 
 
 ![Clean Storage with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_storage_buhocleaner_d36c8cc9f3.png)
 
 Cleaning out those junk files on your Mac has never been easier. Why not click the button below to see what it can do for you.

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### 3. Uninstall Apps You Don't Use

You probably have a ton of programs installed on your Mac. Is there an application that you have only used once? Those unused applications are eating away at the highly needed space you are wanting to free up. If you're sure they are no longer useful to you, deleting them can help you regain some of that space.

You can uninstall unwanted apps manually and automatically. But to be honest, the manual way is time-consuming. We highly recommend that you use BuhoCleaner to do the job for you. Click [here](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) to download the free version of BuhoCleaner.

![Unisntall Apps with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_apps_buhocleaner_5159a739f9.png)

Related Article: [How to Completely Uninstall Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac)  


### 4. Delete DMG Files 

Once you have installed an application, its DMG files are basically useless. Since most apps don't remind you to delete their DMG files after installation, you’ll eventually wind up with a pile of DMG files that will rob you of valuable disk.

Luckily, the process of [deleting DMG files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-dmg-files-mac) is quite simple. You can either delete them via Finder manually or download BuhoCleaner to save yourself a whole lot of time and effort.

![Remove DMG Files with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_dmg_files_with_finder_1c71e78fb9.png)

### 5. Clear Temporary Files

Your hard drive most likely has some temporary files you don't need. Removing them may not speed up your Mac, but it will free up some valuable disk space for you.

![Delete Temporary Files with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_temporary_files_with_finder_8af531872a.png)

### 6. Remove Duplicate Files

Deleting duplicate files is also an excellent way to reclaim space. Have you ever noticed how many duplicate files are on your Mac? There are far more of them than you may think. Many operations can create duplicate files, such as downloading the same file multiple times and accidentally copying some files.

If you are an experienced Mac user, you can find duplicate files manually, but this may take you a long time and requires your patience and fortitude. But if you don't know much about Mac or you want to find an easier route, using a [duplicate file finder tool](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-duplicate-file-finder) to find and delete them is your best choice.

![Find and Delete Duplicate Files](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_delete_duplicate_files_8b2cf10874.png)

### 7. Compress Files

Another way to clear up Mac space is to compress files that you don't use very often. You don't need to use a third-party compression tool as Apple's built-in compression tool does the trick. All you need to do is select the files to be compressed, right-click them, and select Compress, and your files will be packaged into a Zip file. Since you don't use these files often, you can store the Zip file on an external drive.

### 8. Empty Trash

So you drag those unwanted files into the Trash bin, but then you forget to clear out the trash? Overflowing trash bins can eat up lots of space. Go ahead and empty it! You will be surprised by how much space you'll get back.

Related Article: [Mac Trash Won't Empty? Here's the Fix](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-empty-trash-on-mac)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, we have helped you to free up enough space to get your MAC running smoother, faster and ready to download those movies you’ve been wanting. As you have seen, using BuhoCleaner is the best way to get back that storage space on your Mac that you need. It can save you a whole lot of time, energy and stress. We hope you’ll give it a try.


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If you are reading this, you’ve probably run into the problem of not having enough space left to update macOS or to upgrade software. Having your disk space nearly full can also slow down your Mac’s performance. Perhaps there’s no space left to download that new movie you’ve been wanting and you can’t find any files to delete. Want to know how to free up more space on your Mac? Keep on reading. Here, we’ll show you 8 great ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive.
Let's get started.

<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.

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## How to Clean Up Mac: The Easy Way

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.

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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 and Optimize 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!

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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.

<summary>**Summary**: Duplicate photos cluttering up your precious Mac storage space? We will show you how to easily find and delete them from your Mac. </summary>

Duplicate photos take up your [valuable space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac). Want to know how to get rid of them from your Mac? Read on this blog, and you will find some quick ways to find and delete duplicate photos.

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:::alsoread

:a[Top 5 Best Duplicate Photo Finders for Mac in 2022]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-duplicate-photo-finder-mac'}

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## Why Are There Duplicate Photos on My Mac?

Duplicate photos can be created in many situations, such as:

* Import photos from mobile phones and cameras.
* Accidentally copied a picture.
* Saved the same image multiple times.

Duplicate photos take up your space for nothing. It is recommended that you delete them from your Mac. Move to the next step to learn how.

## How to Quickly Find and Delete All Duplicate Photos on Mac

The easiest way to find and remove duplicate photos on Mac is to use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), one of the best duplicate photo finder. It allows you to find duplicate photos in the Photos app and in every folder on your Mac. Also, it detects duplicate folders, songs, documents, videos, etc. Deleting duplicates has never been easier.

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

Here're the steps:

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click Duplicates in the sidebar and click the + button to choose a folder you want to scan. 
   ![Find Duplicate Photos on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_with_buhocleaner_f5b9b67e82.png)
3. After the scanning process is complete, you can find all the duplicate files on your Mac.
4. Click the Image tab, and you will find a list of duplicate photos.
   ![Find Duplicate Photos with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_8d8ce5c079.png)
5. From the Select Duplicates menu, choose Smart Select to select all duplicate photos with one click and click the Remove button. 
   ![Delete Duplicate Photos with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_duplicate_photos_buhocleaner_c7cf2d8c90.png)

BuhoCleaner is more than a duplicate photo finder. It is also a handy cleaner that allows you to clear junk files from the system, apps, and users, uninstall unwanted apps, delete large files, manage startup programs, analyzer disk space, and more. It is worth a try.

## How to Manually Find and Remove Duplicates in the Photos App 

The Photos App will automatically detect duplicate photos when you import pictures into it. But if the photos are already in your Photo Library, you can manually delete them using the Photos App.

1. Open the Photo App.
2. From the File menu, select New Smart Album.
3. In the new window, name your Smart Album and set filter criteria.
4. Select the photos you want to remove, right-click one of them, and then click Delete.
5. Confirm your deletion and click the Delete button.
6. In the app's sidebar, click Recently Deleted > Delete All.

![Find Duplicate Photos in the Photos App](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_in_photos_app_678aec790a.png)

## How to Manually Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac with Finder

Finder comes with the feature of finding duplicate photos on your Mac. All you need is the New Smart Folder.
Here are the steps:
1. Open Finder and click File > New Smart Folder.

![Open New Smart Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/open_new_smart_folder_f5e8356887.png)

2. Click the + button below the search box.
   ![New Smart Folder Window](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/new_smart_folder_8e47bf38af.png)
3. Select Kind in the 1st drop-down menu and Image in the 2nd drop-down menu.
   ![Find Duplicate Photos on Mac Using Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_mac_with_finder_4f3386e768.png)
4. Sort the files in the list by name. Duplicate photos usually have the same name, and they should be next to each other.
5. Select the files you want to get rid of and move them to the Trash.
6. Empty your Trash. 

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you have learned how to find and delete duplicate photos on your Mac. The manual way is time-consuming. It is recommended that you use BuhoCleaner to do the job for you.

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3 Ways to Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac 

In many cases, duplicate photos will be created, such as importing photos from mobile phones and cameras, accidentally copying a picture, saving the same image multiple times, etc. These useless duplicate photos will clutter your Mac and take up your precious storage space. Deleting them is necessary for you, especially when you run out of storage space.

This article will show you the ways to find and delete duplicate photos on your Mac. Let's take a look now.

3 Ways to Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac (2022) 

: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.

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## 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.

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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.


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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**: This guide covers why your MacBook won't update and how you can fix the macOS update issues.</summary>

It's frustrating to be unable to update your macOS to the latest version. Want to know how to update your Mac successfully? Look no further. This blog post will cover why your MacBook won't update and how you can fix the issue quickly.

Let's get started.

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:::alsoread

:a[3 Ways to Downgrade macOS Monterey to Big Sur, Catalina, or Earlier]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/downgrade-macos'}

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## Why Can't I Update My MacBook

During the download and installation process of macOS, you may encounter a false warning. And the reasons behind the warning alert vary. Here are the most common ones:

* Your Mac is not incompatible.
* You're running out of storage space.
* Poor internet connection.
* Apple servers errors.
* Sudden power off.
* SMC bugs.
* NVRAM Bugs.

:::note{notetype=Notes}
 
 1. Software Update shows only upgrades that are compatible with your Mac.
 2. If your System Preferences does not include Software Update, then you are using macOS 10.13 or older, and you need to use the App Store to update.

:::


## 8 Fixes for MacBook Not Updating

After understanding why your MacBook won't update, let's see how to fix the problem.

### 1. Check If Your Mac is Compatible

Incompatibility can lead to an update issue. Before actually updating your Mac, you'd better check whether your Mac is compatible with the macOS you want to install.

Apple has a :a[list]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212551 rel=nofollow} of Macs compatible with the latest macOS Monterey. If you wish to update to an earlier version, check :a[this article]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211683 rel=nofollow} for compatibility.


:::note{notetype=Notes}

1. Software Update will only show upgrades that are compatible with your Mac.
2. If your System Preferences do not include Software Update, then you are using macOS 10.13 or older, and you will need to use the App Store to update.

:::

### 2. Free Up Enough Storage Space

Insufficient storage space is one of the most critical factors that you can't update Mac. According to Apple Support, to successfully update to macOS Monterey, you'll need at least 26GB of free space if you're on macOS Sierra or later, and up to 44GB if you're on an earlier macOS.

To know how much free space you have left, click the Apple menu > About This Mac > Storage. 

![Check Mac Storage Space](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_startup_disk_usage_en_6bf0d060a5_9ddd693670.png)

If you're running low on storage space, you can use BuhoCleaner, one of the [best Mac cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software), to quickly clear unnecessary files on your Mac. What the tool can do for you includes junk file cleaning, unwanted app removal, and large/duplicate file detection and deletion. It only takes a few seconds to free up gigabytes of storage space.

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

Alternatively, you can refer to [How to Free Up Disk Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) for more detailed Mac cleaning tips.

### 3. Check Network Connection

Network connection plays an essential role in a successful macOS update. The macOS installer needs to get the relevant Mac information over the network. Therefore, make sure your Wi-Fi is connected and stable.

To have a better Wi-Fi connection, follow the steps below to reset your Wi-Fi.
1. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the status menu.
2. Turn it off and on again.
3. Check if you can update your Mac properly.

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

### 4. Restart Your Mac

If your Mac is stuck on a screen for over 10 minutes, most likely, your update has failed. In this case, you can press and hold the Power button, turn off your Mac, and then restart your Mac to see if the update is successful.

### 5. Check If There Are Issues with Apple's Servers

Update problems occur when Apple's servers are experiencing issues. What you need to do is check if :a[Apple's system sta]{href=https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/ rel=nofollow} page.
2. Find the macOS Software Update and see its status. (Green means available, while red or yellow means issues with Apple's servers, and there is nothing you can do but wait. )

![Check Apple's System Status](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/apple_system_status_6689e0cabe.png)

If there are no issues with Apple's servers, try the next step. 

### 6. Reset NVRAM

NVRAM is short for Non-Volatile Random Access Memory. It stores your Mac's preferences such as date, time, desktop, mouse, and so on. These preference files help your Mac run smoothly, and they will not be erased even if you turn off your Mac.
However, they may also make your Mac run problematic. Regarding this case, you can reset your NVRAM.

![Reset NVRAM](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reset_nvram_keys_e16ba6b0be.png)

Here's what you need to do:
1. Restart your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold Command + Option + P + R keys. 
3. 20 seconds later, release the keys.
4. When your Mac reloads, try to update your macOS. 

### 7. Update Mac in Safe Mode

Safe Mode can solve a lot of problems with Macs. If your Mac fails to boot up because of a black or blank screen, you can update your Mac in Safe Mode. 

Here are the steps:

1.  Restart your Mac.
2.  Press and hold the Shift key until the login window appears. (You can see the Safe Boot words in the right corner of the login window.)
3.  Log in to your Mac and update your Mac. 

### 8. Update macOS via Recovery Mode

macOS Recovery Mode is the ultimate solution for you. With the macOS Recovery Mode, you can reinstall the latest version of macOS that is currently or recently installed. But to avoid any bad surprises, it's a good idea to back up your Mac first.

Here's what you need to do:

1.  Turn on your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold Command + R keys until you see the Apple icon or other images.
3. In the macOS Utilities list, choose Reinstall macOS.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reinstalling process.

![Reinstall macOS in macOS Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_monterey_recovery_reinstall_macos_64b7170d23.png)

:note[Make sure your Mac is always connected to Wi-Fi.]



:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, you have successfully updated your MacBook by using one or more of the above methods. If your Mac still fails to update, you may need to check your hardware.
Overall, Mac update issues are common, and finding a solution is not difficult. It's worth noting that lack of storage space is the main reason you cannot update your Mac. Don't forget to reserve enough space before performing an update.



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MacBook Won't Update: Why and What To Do

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:summary[**Summary**: If you are looking for a solution to your app crashing problem, look no further. In this blog, you'll learn why your app crashes on macOS Monterey and get some tips to fix the issue.]

Did your app crash unexpectedly after updating to [macOS Monterey](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-mac-monterey)? Don't worry. Although this issue is rare, it is not difficult to deal with. You can take some steps to fix it. 

In this blog, we will go over why apps keep crashing on macOS Monterey and how to solve the problem.

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:::alsoread

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

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## Reasons Why Apps Keep Crashing on macOS Monterey

After upgrading to macOS Monterey, various problems may occur. The most common one is app crashes. There are many reasons for this problem. Some of them are:

- Apps are not compatible.
- Mac is running out of memory space.
- Too many processes in the background.
- Bugs in apps.

Fortunately, app crashes do not affect your Mac much. You can try some tricks to fix the problem.

## How to Fix "App Crashing on macOS Monterey" Issue

Now that you know the possible reasons for the app crash. Let's see how to fix the issue.

### 1. Force Quit the Crashing App & Restart It

After an application crashes or freezes, the simplest solution is to force quit it and start it again.

1. Click the Apple Menu > Force Quit.
2. Find the crashed app in the list, select it, and click the Force Quit button.
3. Restart the app.

![Force Quit the Crashing App](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/force_quit_app_ea6d8a840f.png)

If you restart the application, the system still prompts that the app has quit out unexpectedly, then you can proceed to the next step.

### 2. Update Your App

Incompatible apps will crash on launch. You should update them to a version compatible with macOS Monterey.

For an app downloaded from the Apple Store, open the Apple Store, click Updates in the sidebar, and update the application.

![Update App with Apple Store](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/update_apps_apple_store_50b86aadf6.png)

For an app downloaded from the Internet, you cannot update it through the Apple Store. You need to go to its official website to check if there is a new version. If so, follow the instructions on the screen to update. If not, you have to wait for a new update before you can use it again. Of course, you can also find a compatible alternative.

### 3. Kill Memory-Hogging Processes 

As we said above, insufficient memory space can also crash your app because your app has no space to store data. So the key point is to free up your RAM.

You can use Activity Monitor to find and end processes that are memory hungry, such as Chrome, graphics design tools, video editing software, and other large programs.

1. Open Activity Monitor via Spotlight or Launchpad.
2. Click on the Memory tab, and you will see all the processes using your memory.
3.  Find the ones that take up a lot of space and double-click on their icons to stop them.

![Kill Memory-Hogging Processes with Activity Monitor](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/stop_processes_with_activity_monitor_250648f4ad.png)

Alternatively, you can use BuhoCleaner to [free up RAM](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-ram-on-mac) with one click. BuhoCleaner's Menu app can also help you monitor memory usage in real-time. Click the button below to have a try.

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### 4. Clear App Cache

An app cache file contains files, images, multimedia, java scripts, and other data. Cache files can speed up the loading of an application when you revisit it. If you are experiencing a crashing problem with your application, clearing the app caches may help you fix the issue. Don't worry. Clearing cache files will not harm your app. It will only make the app load slower than before.

To clear an app's cache, press Shift + Command + G on a Finder window to open the Go to Folder window, paste the folder location **~/Library/Caches**, and click the Go button. Find the crashing app's folder in the Caches folder, go into it, and drag files inside to trash.

![clear-app-cache.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_app_cache_2980811ffc.png)

Related Article: [How to Clear Your Cache Files on a Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-cache-on-mac)

### 5. Delete App Preference Cache

Applications' preference files are often saved in .plist extensin. They are cached. Deleting them will reset the preferences of applications. 

Here's what you should do:

1. Click the Go menu in the Finder and choose Library. (If you don't see the Library option, press the Option key while clicking the Go menu.)
2. In the Library list, find Preference, click on it and locate the plist file of the crashed app.
3. Right-click on the plist file and select Move to Trash.
4. Empty the Trash.

![clear-app-preference-file.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_app_preference_file_51eefcf0a7.png)


### 6. Uninstall and Reinstall the Crashed App

Still can't solve the app crashing problem? Try to uninstall and reinstall the crashed app.

Please note that it's essential to uninstall the app completely. Simply dragging the app to the trash won't thoroughly remove it from your Mac. Its associated files are still on your hard drive. To entirely remove the application, you also need to find and delete its related files using Finder.
1. In the Finder, click the Go menu and then select Library.
    ![go-to-library.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/go_to_library_8be76650d7.png)  
2. Check the following folders to the app-related files.
- Application Support
- Caches
- Preferences
- Saved Application State
3. Empty the Trash data.

Alternatively, you can use third-party application uninstallers like BuhoCleaner to remove the crashed app with one click. BuhoCleaner is one of the [best Mac cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software) and app removers. With this handy tool, you can get rid of the application and its associated files without any hassle. Moreover, you can also use BuhoCleaner to find and delete residual files of uninstalled apps.

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1. Just download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac. (It is compatible with macOS Monterey.)
2. Launch it and select the App Uninstall option.
   ![Quickly Uninstall Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_apps_on_mac_b7582c1855.png)
3. Click the Scan button and find the crashing app you want to remove from the result list.
4. Check the boxes next to the unwanted app and click on the Remove button.
   ![Uninstall Apps on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_apps_with_buhocleaner_d50af4d7c9.png)
5. To remove the remnants of the uninstalled apps, switch to Leftovers, check the files you want to remove, and click the Remove button.

### 7. Restart Your Mac

It's a good idea to restart your Mac often. Rebooting can solve a lot of problems with Mac. 

Just click the Apple Menu and select Restart.

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Hopefully, you have solved the Mac app crashing problem on macOS Monterey. 

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Apps Crashing on macOS Monterey? Here's the Fix

Have you encountered an app crash after updating to macOS Monterey? Although this issue is rare, it is not difficult to deal with. You can take some steps to fix it. In this blog, we will take you through why apps keep crashing on Monterey and teach you how to solve the problem.