How I free up space on my PS5

Whether you’re using the PS5 with a disc drive or the digital-only model, storage issues can arise quicker than expected. With games taking up substantial space, managing storage becomes essential to optimize performance. Here are some tips to free up space on your PS5 without the need to delete games or invest in additional storage solutions.

It’s important to be aware that your PS5 may be occupied by unnecessary data, limiting available storage for new content. By following these strategies, you can reclaim space on your console effectively.

Delete all Trophy videos

And stop making new ones

You may have noticed that every time you earn a Trophy in a game, a notification with an image of the achievement appears. Your PS5 automatically records a video of the moment when you earn a Trophy, consuming storage space. To free up space, follow these steps to delete Trophy videos:

1. Navigate to Settings.
2. Access Storage and go to Console Storage.
3. Choose Media Gallery.
4. Select All and then Select Multiple.
5. Mark the screenshots and videos you wish to delete, and click Delete.

To prevent your PS5 from creating new Trophy videos automatically, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Scroll down to Captures and Broadcasts.
3. Choose Auto-Captures.
4. Select Trophies and then Save Trophy Videos.
5. Set the option to None.

Delete or move save data to the Cloud

As long as you have PlayStation Plus

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Save data from completed games can accumulate on your console, occupying valuable storage space. To address this, consider deleting or transferring these files to the Cloud, especially if you are a PlayStation Plus subscriber. Here’s how you can manage your save data effectively:

1. Access Settings and navigate to Save Data and Game/App Settings.
2. Click on Save Data.
3. Choose between Delete or Upload under Console Storage based on your preference.
4. Select Select All or individual games from the list.
5. Click Upload
   
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