When you don't have an extendable memory slot and you thought that 16 gb /less was enough for your needs, you might find yourself in a shock when you get this problem.
Other than the fact that you managed to fill up your phone with data most of which you don't need, you might still be able to create some space by clearing up some of the junk you never use or which is created by your phone.
Below are a few quick ways to free up some space on your android phone. (no root)
Disable apps which you do not use.
For example, you may not be using google+ . Go to application manager, select the app and force stop it before hitting the disable button.(you can always enable it again) Also before doing this, you can uninstall the updates of such apps that come with the phone. Incase your phone does not come with this app disabling feature, then you would have to install some app of the playstore, such as "disable bloatware" or "app Freeze"
Uninstall apps that you never use.
Apps keep getting heavier after each update, so if you have not being using an app for a long time, you can uninstall it. If you still feel like you may use the app in the near future, back up the apk file using an app like "Ess file Manager" and then uninstall the apps.
Delete Big Files / duplicated files
Use " Big File Locator " to find the large files in your phone and delete them if they are of no use to you.
Backup your files.
You can use "dropbox "or "box" or any reliable backup service that suits your needs. I use dropbox, it has 2 GB free storage available.(Box has 10gb) You can move your pictures or files to it and clear up the space on your phone.With some settings in such app, you can schedule your uploads or folder that you want to back up at certain intervals.
Misc: Few common tips.
Other than the fact that you managed to fill up your phone with data most of which you don't need, you might still be able to create some space by clearing up some of the junk you never use or which is created by your phone.
Below are a few quick ways to free up some space on your android phone. (no root)
Disable apps which you do not use.
For example, you may not be using google+ . Go to application manager, select the app and force stop it before hitting the disable button.(you can always enable it again) Also before doing this, you can uninstall the updates of such apps that come with the phone. Incase your phone does not come with this app disabling feature, then you would have to install some app of the playstore, such as "disable bloatware" or "app Freeze"
Uninstall apps that you never use.
Apps keep getting heavier after each update, so if you have not being using an app for a long time, you can uninstall it. If you still feel like you may use the app in the near future, back up the apk file using an app like "Ess file Manager" and then uninstall the apps.
Delete Big Files / duplicated files
Use " Big File Locator " to find the large files in your phone and delete them if they are of no use to you.
Backup your files.
You can use "dropbox "or "box" or any reliable backup service that suits your needs. I use dropbox, it has 2 GB free storage available.(Box has 10gb) You can move your pictures or files to it and clear up the space on your phone.With some settings in such app, you can schedule your uploads or folder that you want to back up at certain intervals.
Misc: Few common tips.
- You can always root your phone if you want to get rid of the apps, that come bundled in your phone.
- Turn auto update app feature OFF. You can select the apps that you want to update.
- Use websites instead of app, wherever possible. (All websites promote their apps, but not all apps are good for you)
- Do not use apps like clean master or apps with such functionalities, they may do more damage than good.
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