How to properly uninstall applications with all leftover files in macOS?
Answer
Simply dragging a program's icon from the Applications folder to the Trash leaves many service files in the system. Caches, settings, and logs can take up significant disk space and clutter the operating system.
To completely uninstall applications, you can use specialized utilities or search for files manually. Service data is usually stored in the hidden Library folders of the current user.
The search for leftover files includes checking the Application Support, Caches, and Preferences directories. Deleting these elements ensures that the program is erased completely along with all traces of its presence.
•Move the unnecessary application from the Applications folder to the Trash.
•Open Finder and select the Go to Folder option.
•Check hidden system directories for folders with the application's name.
•Delete the found files and empty the Trash.
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