When you click Execute a prompt will appear notifying you that all open applications will be closed. When you are ready to clear the cache, click the Execute button. Add a checkmark to each of the cache items you wish to delete.ģ. Click the Cleaning icon to open the set of options available.Ģ. This is normal and has to do with the building of fresh caches.ġ. Note: When you delete system cache files you will notice that your Mac may run a bit slower at first.
In the following steps we will be focusing on cleaning up cache files and other non-essential files on your Mac, so you will be spending all of your time on the Cleaning button. Warning: Please backup your Mac before proceeding with any system changes using OnyX. Once you’ve ensured your hard drive’s good it’s time to actually start using OnyX.
In order to perform any task in OnyX you will need to first enter your Administrator password when prompted. Click OK when the results prompt appears. This step is recommended before performing Cleaning and Maintenance tasks with Onyx.Ĭlick Continue to verify the startup volume. You will also be asked to verify the startup volume. status recently you can skip the check by clicking Cancel.Ģ. Note: If you checked the drive’s S.M.A.R.T. Click Continue to check the status of your hard drive. You will then be asked to check the drive’s S.M.A.R.T. Click OK to accept so that you can use the application.ġ.
When you launch OnyX for the first time you will be prompted to accept the license agreement. In this guide we will focus strictly on OnyX’s feature that allows you to clean out files that clutter your Mac’s hard drive and can reduce your machine’s performance.īefore you begin I suggest you read through this guide first and then download OnyX (download link at end of guide) to follow the instructions below.
OnyX is a multifunction utility for Mac OS that allows you to maintain your Mac, refresh system files and access/modify hidden settings in Mac OS X. Picasa's flexible functionality is all you need to organize and share your photos.If you’re looking for an easy to use application that will help declutter your Mac’s hard drive and freshen up system files that need a little tlc, look no further than OnyX. Picasa's editing options may not satisfy advanced users. The application is free, easy to use and it can be installed in a matter of seconds. It allows you to create montages and collages and it can sync our pictures to Google Plus.
You can also sync a folder's contents to your Google Plus account, by simply clicking a switch next to the folder and share it via direct link. They allow you to play the contained pictures in a slideshow, create a video presentation or a collage.
Alternatively, you can jump directly to a specific folder, by selecting it in a column, on the right side of the interface.Ī series of options are available for each folder. You can just scroll through your pictures, using the mouse wheel or a scroll bar. The contents of the folders are displayed on separate ribbons, in the central area of the user interface, which makes it quite easy to browse through your pictures. Once the scanning process is complete, the application will organize the found pictures in separate folders, according to their creation dates. Picasa will offer to scan certain folders or your entire Mac for pictures, when you run it for the first time. The application comes from Google, so naturally, you can expect to find a wide range of useful features, which can make your life easier. Instead of using a different application for each operation, you can use this universal tool to organize your pictures, create collages or slideshows and much more. Picasa can be used to perform nearly any operation that involves pictures.