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How to find and remove files from the 'Other' storage category on your Mac

That 'Other' space on Mac might be innocuous, but it is still annoying. Our resident Mac Help guru, Peter Cohen, previously told us about the "Other" storage category on Mac computers and what it catalogs: In short, you're seeing space taken up by plug-ins, documents, and caches stored by OS X. It's worth noting that these files aren't normally harmful or wasteful to your computer's system; most are intended to help your Mac run efficiently, and ideally, you shouldn't ever have to clear out your Other files. Unfortunately, they can quickly clog up a computer low on storage — especially if you're storing a large number of iPhone or iPad backups. Whether you're looking to free up space on your hard drive or just want to do some spring cleaning, here are some simple steps to get your Mac free and clear. How to check your storage space on your Mac If you are concerned with how much storage space you have remaining on your Mac computer, you can check its usage folder to see how m...<br clear='all'/>

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