Free up space
To download more apps and media, or help your phone run better, you can clear space on your phone.
- Storage is where you keep data, like music and photos.
- Memory is where you run programs, like apps and the Android system.
Free up storage
If you back up with Google Photos, you can delete the copies on your phone. You can see the backed-up copiesin the appusing Wi-Fi or mobile data.Learn how to deletephotos andvideos from your phone.
To delete content from Google Play:
- Open the Google Play app with the content, like Play Music or Play Movies & TV.
- Tap the Menu Settings Manage downloads.
- Tap Downloaded Remove.
To delete content from other sources, delete from the app that you used to download it.
Close apps that don't respond
Android manages the memory that apps use. You don't usually need to close apps. But if an app isn't responding, try closing the app. Learn how to troubleshoot apps that aren't working.
Uninstall apps you don't use
If you uninstall an app and need it later, you can download it again. If you paid for the app, you won't have to buy it again. Learn how to uninstallapps.
Clear the app's cache & data
You can usually clear an apps cache and data through your phones Settings app. Settings can vary by phone. For more info, get help from your device manufacturer.
- Clear cache:Deletes temporary data. Some apps can open slower the next time you use them.
- Clear data storage:Permanently deletes all app data. We recommend trying to deletefrom inside the app first.
Delete downloaded files
To learn how to find and remove downloaded files, go to your device manufacturers support site.
Copy files to a computer
You can move files and folders to a computer with a USB cable, and then delete them from your phone. Learn how to transferfiles between your phone and computer.
Check & free up memory
Android manages the memory that apps use. You don't usually need to close apps. But if an app isn't responding, try closing the app. Learn how to troubleshoot apps that aren't working.
Tip:If you think an app is using too much memory, you can delete the app. Learn how to uninstallapps.
Related resources
- Get started with Google Photos
- Can't download from Google Play
- Find & delete your files with Files by Google