Summary
To clean up and optimize a Mac, one should update the system software, get rid of old apps, clear out storage space, and use a utility like App Cleaner.
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Additionally, a storage manager or hard drive analyzer can be used to find and delete large files.
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If necessary, apps can be reinstalled.
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It is important to have backups of important files in case of any issues.
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To get rid of app leftovers, one should open Finder > Go > Go to folder > ~/Library/Application Support/Your app name, and delete the contents of the folder.
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The same should be done in ~/Library/Caches/Your app name
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, and ~/Library/Preferences.
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To increase productivity, one can use apps such as Todoist
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, 1Password
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, Bear
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, and Hazel.
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