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There are several good reasons to wipe the cache on yourMac.

A clogged cache could also be the reason your Mac is running more slowly than expected.

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YourMachas two types of cache: software cache and system cache.

Clearing this cache can make sense.

The System Cache is similar but on a wider, more integral operating system level.

How to clear cache on Mac

Its far less advisable to meddle with this one.

Launch Finder

If you want to dump the user and system caches, thenlaunch the Finder appon your Mac.

Next,select Gofrom the menu andclick Go to Folder.

How to clear cache on Mac

you’re free to alsoright-click a fileandselect Move to Trash.

And there you go.

You now know how to scrub the cache on a Mac.

How to clear cache on Mac

And if you’re interested in tips on speeding up your Mac,we’ve got you covered.

How to clear cache on Mac

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