Whether you are a seasoned Mac user or just starting on the Mac the little things can leave you stumped. That pesky trach can trip a lot of people up and I’ll show you how to empty the tach on Mac and stop it from overflowing.
While emptying the trash can on the Mac will become second nature it is an important skill to learn. Not emptying the trash can soon starts to fill your hard drive.
- Right-click on the trash can
- A pop up with appear and select Empty Bin
- Your Mac bin will be emptied and a clear bin will appear on the dock
It is not always easy following along with a how-to with a simple list. So I have the how-to with pictures and, if you look below, even video instructions.
Empty Trash Can On Mac
While some may find emptying the trash a simple task if you don’t know you don’t know. I always show anyone who asked for help to do this task.
If you are finding your HDD is filling up fast then a lot of the time the trash can not be emptied will be the cause of the problem.
Step 1. Right-click on the trash can
Step 2. A pop-up with appear and select Empty Bin
Step 3. Your Mac bin will be emptied and a clear bin will appear on the dock
How to Empty the Trash On Mac Video Demonstration
If you are someone who prefers video then I have you covered with this simple-to-follow video on Emptying the Trash on the Mac.
In this video, we go into a few different ways to clear trash from the bin so it is well worth checking out.
How Do You Empty the Trash Using the Keyboard on Mac?
Using Mac keyboard shortcuts on the mac can speed up many processes, and hundreds can help you out.
To empty the trash on the mac using a keyboard shortcode you need to press Shift + Command + Delete (⇧ + ⌘ + Delete) then Return (⏎) to confirm.
