HOW TO? FREE UP STORAGE SPACE WITHOUT LOSING ANYTHING

Running out of storage space on your device can be frustrating, but you don't have to give up important files or pictures to make a room. With some smart strategies, you can free up gigabytes of space while keeping your data safe. Here's how to do it effectively.

- Words By: Shintu Dhang

BACKUP BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Before deleting or moving files, back up your data to avoid accidental loss. Use cloud services like Google Drive, iCloud, or Dropbox, which offer free storage tiers (e.g. Google Drive provides 15GB). Alternatively, invest in an external hard drive for local backups. Tools like Time Machine (Mac) or File History (Windows) automate this process, ensuring your photos, documents, and other files are secure. Once backed up, you can confidently clear space without worry.

IDENTIFY AND REMOVE DUPLICATE FILES