Are you struggling with limited storage space on your iPhone? Do you constantly receive a notification that your device storage is full? Well, one solution is to clear your iPhone’s Photos, Documents, and Data, which can consume a significant amount of storage space. This blog will provide you with four effective methods on how to clear Photos, Documents, and Data on your iPhone.
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The Challenge of Limited Storage Space on iPhone
With an abundance of capture moments, documents, and app data on our iPhones, storage space can become an issue. The limitation of storage space can cause the device to run slow and in some cases crash. One possible way to deal with this issue is to clear your device’s Photos, Documents, and Data.
Method 1 – Offloading Apps
Many apps store data on your device and this can lead to a lot of storage space being consumed. Offloading an app will remove the app but not the data it has stored. Here’s how to offload an app on your iPhone:
- Tap the "Settings" app on your home screen.
- Select "General".
- Tap "iPhone Storage".
- Scroll down to find the app you wish to offload.
- Tap the app name and select "Offload App".
Pros
- Keeps app data for future use
- Saves significant storage space
Cons
- Requires reinstallation the app from the app store to reuse the app
- Some apps cannot be offloaded
Method 2 – Deleting Apps
Another solution to clear storage space is to delete apps you no longer use or need on your device. Here’s how to delete an app on your iPhone:
- Locate the app you wish to delete on your home screen.
- Press and hold the app until it starts shaking.
- Click the "X" on the app icon.
- Confirm the deletion by tapping "Delete".
Pros
- Free up a significant amount of storage space
- Apps no longer pop up in searches, suggestions or updates
Cons
- Deletes all data stored in the app
- If the app is needed again, it must be downloaded and installed again
Method 3 – Clearing Photos and Videos
Photos and videos can pile up on iPhones, thereby occupying a lot of storage space. Clearing up your camera roll helps to free up storage space. Here’s how you can do it:
- Open the "Photos" app on your iPhone
- Choose the "Select" option at the top right corner of the screen
- Select the photos and videos you wish to delete
- Tap the "Delete" button at the bottom right corner of the screen
- You can remove photos from the "Recently Deleted" folder by opening the folder, select an album and then choose "Delete All".
Pros
- Free up a significant amount of storage space
- Back up photos to iCloud if required
Cons
- Photos and videos cannot be retrieved through iCloud; once deleted, they’re gone.
- If an iCloud backup isn’t enabled, all photos and videos will be permanently gone when deleted.
Method 4 – Clearing Safari "Documents and Data"
The Safari app stores browsing data, which can soon pile up and consume a significant amount of storage space. Here’s how you can clear it:
- Tap the "Settings" app on your home screen.
- Select "General".
- Tap "iPhone Storage".
- Scroll down and select "Safari".
- Tap "Website Data".
- Scroll to the bottom of the screen and select "Remove All Website Data".
- Alternatively, you can selectively delete certain items in the list of browsing data.
Pros
- Free up a significant amount of storage space.
- Increases browsing speed on iPhone.
Cons
- All web history is deleted in Safari.
- Safari sign-in information may be wiped away causing sign-in problems later.
Why Failed to Clear Photos Documents and Data on iPhone
Clearing Photos, Documents, and Data on your iPhone may sometimes fail. Here are some reasons why it might fail:
- iOS software glitch.
- Internet connectivity issues.
- Insufficient storage space to carry out the cleaning process.
Fixes
- Update your iPhone software to the latest version.
- Ensure you have a reliable and stable internet connection.
- Delete unwanted files on your device before attempting to clear photos, documents, and data again.
FAQs
Q: Should I clear photos, documents, and data regularly on my iPhone?
A: It’s always advisable to clear photos, documents, and data when they’re no longer required or are taking up too much storage space. Clearing these files regularly accelerates iPhone speed and tends to run more efficiently.
Q: Will clearing documents and data cause my apps to malfunction?
A: No, deleting documents and data will not cause your app to malfunction as it only deletes cached files created by the app. This action initiates no applications.
Q: Are there periodical recommendations to clearing Documents and Data?
A: There is no specific time frame or regular periodic recommendation. However, deleting documents and data is recommended when the storage space is limited on the iPhone, and limited storage space can cause iPhone issues.
Q: Will clearing photos documents and data cause iCloud backups to be deleted?
A: Clearing documents and data and iCloud backup works in different ways. Deleting photos and other documents does not affect your iCloud backup.
Q: How to check if extra storage is required on the iPhone?
A: Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage to see how much space used and how much space is free. You can also check the storage used in individual apps.
Q: Is it advisable to clear the "Documents and Data" of all apps?
A: Documents and data must not be removed from all apps. Do not clear this data from any app violating the data used by that app.
Conclusion
In conclusion, clearing Photos, Documents, and Data is an efficient way to free up storage space on your iPhone. The four methods highlighted in this blog can easily help you tackle this problem. We hope you find this blog instructive and that you’re now equipped to free up space on your device. Remember always to check for available storage space and free up files regularly.