To free up storage on your Samsung phone, you can follow these steps:
1. Check Storage Space
- Open Settings: Go to Settings > Battery and device care.
- Tap on Storage: Here, you can see how much space is available and a breakdown of what’s taking up storage.
2. Delete Unused Apps
- Go to Settings: Open Settings > Battery and device care > Storage.
- Unused Apps: Look for the Unused apps section, select the apps you wish to uninstall, and tap Uninstall.
3. Clear Cache and Data
- Open Settings: Go to Settings > Apps.
- Select an App: Tap on an app to view its storage usage.
- Clear Cache: Tap on Storage and then select Clear cache to delete temporary files. You can also choose Clear data to remove all app data, but this may delete your settings and saved information.
4. Delete Large Files
- Open Settings: Go to Settings > Battery and device care > Storage.
- Large Files: Check the Large files section, select files you want to delete, and tap Delete.
5. Empty the Recycle Bin
- Open Settings: Go to Settings > Battery and device care > Storage.
- Recycle Bin: If there are items in your Recycle bin, tap on it and select Empty to permanently delete those files.
6. Remove Duplicate Files
- Open Settings: Go to Settings > Battery and device care > Storage.
- Duplicate Files: Tap on Duplicate files to view and delete any duplicates.
7. Use Cloud Storage
- Consider using cloud services like Google Photos or OneDrive to back up photos and videos, allowing you to delete them from your device.
8. Move Files to an SD Card
- If your device supports it, consider using a microSD card to expand storage. You can move photos, videos, and some apps to the SD card.
9. Delete Screenshots and Old Messages
- Regularly delete old screenshots and set your messaging app to automatically delete old messages after a certain limit.
By following these steps, you can effectively free up storage space on your Samsung phone, improving its performance and usability