How to Free Up Storage Space Using Files by Google

Step by step

1. 15 sec

   Open the Files by Google application

   Locate and open the Files by Google app from your app drawer. If the app is not installed, download it from the Google Play Store.

   Note: Grant the requested storage permissions if this is your first time launching the application.
2. 10 sec

   Access the Clean tab

   Tap the Clean icon located at the bottom-left corner of the screen. This section aggregates all suggestions for freeing up space on your device.

3. 1 min

   Remove junk files

   Look for the Junk files card and tap Clean. This action identifies temporary app files and cached data that are safe to delete.

   Note: Junk files typically include temporary files that do not affect your personal data or app functionality.
4. 1 min

   Delete large and duplicate files

   Review the Delete large files or Delete duplicates cards. Tap Select files, mark the items you no longer require, and tap Move to Trash or Delete to finalize.

   Note: Sorting by size helps identify which files are consuming the most space.
5. 45 sec

   Remove unused applications

   Find the Unused apps card and tap Select apps. Review the list of applications you have not opened recently and tap Uninstall to remove them from your device.

   Note: Uninstalling unused apps is the most effective way to reclaim significant storage capacity.
6. 15 sec

   Empty the Trash

   Navigate to the Browse tab and tap Trash. Select all items and tap Delete to permanently remove them from your device storage.

   Note: Files moved to the Trash are automatically deleted after 30 days if not cleared manually.