In that case, CleanMyMac X wouldn’t have full disk access for long: this app is fast.
If you want to grant full disk access to run a specific module like “Mail Attachments,” you can enable it temporarily and disable it as soon as the process completes. You have control over how much disk access you provide to CleanMyMac X, and you can change it at any time. Still, CleanMyMac X works quickly and efficiently to sift through your data, read what it needs to, and ignore what it doesn’t. HDDs aren’t exactly the fastest by data read/write standards.
My MacBook Pro 2016 uses a 500GB Hard Drive (HDD). This is a straightforward, handy tool for making sure you free up as much disk space as possible when deleting large applications or folders. “Shredder” completely removes any data you deem unwanted, leaving no traces behind. to help you find your way around your drive. Again, this section is sorted into helpful folders like “Archives,” “Documents,” “One Year Ago,” etc. Instead of letting these forgotten files take up storage space, get rid of them with CleanMyMac X. “Large & Old Files” is similar to Space Lens but it displays files you haven’t touched for considerable amounts of time. If you’re not sure what you should start with, consult the Assistant in the top-right corner for suggestions.
This isn’t just a piece of software that clears your temporary files and browsing history and then claims your Mac is faster by an order of magnitude.ĬleanMyMac X can help you update your macOS version and applications, clear RAM, remove pesky apps that try to stay open in background processes, and much more all from one UI. The suite of functionality in CleanMyMac X is impressive. Feature Overview: Everything You Need and Then Some CleanMyMac X never feels like a maze you’re trying to find your way through you know exactly where you are and what you’re using at any given time.įor even further ease of use, when the application window is minimized, you can use the CleanMyMac X icon on your Mac’s top toolbar to monitor your Mac’s health performance and storage (this is easy to hide or close and non-invasive of other screen elements). I also appreciate the straightforward, clearly visible navigation menu that sits atop the application.
You can do so by clicking Grant Access and following the on-screen instructions.
Tip: Some CleanMyMacX operations require you to grant full disk access to the app (this is optional). Of course, if you’d rather forego the reading and just click one button to have your Mac cleaned and optimized, you can do that too. You can see exactly what CleanMyMac X is removing, installing, or updating, and opt-out of any of it with the tick of a checkbox. It gives you an overview of what each feature does and allows you to dive deeper into the details if you so desire. CleanMyMac X is far on the other end of the spectrum. Similar “cleanup” apps tend to veer off into complicated and shady software practices, failing to inform you of what they’re doing to your personal computer. You’re all set up and ready to spruce up your Mac.
Now select Activate Now and enter the license key you received-if you’re interested but have yet to buy the full version, click Buy Plan to browse current deals and prices ( more on this later).
If you have a license to activate, do so by clicking the Unlock Full Version button. With the beautifully-crafted and easy-to-navigate UI (User Interface) in front of you, setup is nearly complete (and already finished if you’re using the free version).