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disk-cleanup

Audits Mac disks and removes approved clutter with tar backups and entry verification.

12|2|Updated Jun 8, 2026
Search Tags:#backup#docker#macos#ollama#huggingface#caches#disk cleanup
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill disk-cleanup-loringtonian
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: disk-cleanup
Source: https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template/tree/main/.claude/skills/disk-cleanup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill disk-cleanup-loringtonian

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you recover disk space on a cluttered Mac without risky bulk deletion, by identifying what can be removed and requiring explicit confirmation before anything is deleted.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Safe space recovery: Scans caches, model stores, developer toolchains, and Docker storage to find reclaimable files.
  • Itemized deletion control: Presents each candidate with its size so you can approve or skip it individually.
  • External-drive archival: When a drive is connected, it can archive large folders to tar files, verify the backup, and only then remove the originals.
  • Use case: A user whose laptop is nearly full can run a structured cleanup session, protect important models and active projects, and reclaim space with clear visibility into every deletion.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to clean up my disk and show every deletion candidate with its size before removing anything.

Frequently Asked Questions about disk-cleanup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I safely clean up disk space on macOS without deleting important files?▼

To safely clean up macOS disk space, this Skill audits caches, model stores, dev toolchains, and Docker images, requiring explicit itemized confirmation with size reporting before removing any clutter.

Can I back up large folders to an external drive before deleting them?▼

Yes, when an external drive is connected, you can archive large folders to tar files, verify the backup via entry-count verification, and only then remove the originals from your disk.

What is the best way to clear Docker images and Huggingface model caches on a Mac?▼

The best way to clear Docker images and Huggingface caches is running a structured cleanup session that scans these model stores, reports their sizes, and protects designated keep items before deletion.

Does this disk cleanup method protect active projects and production models?▼

Yes, this disk cleanup method includes built-in protection for designated keep items and production models, ensuring your active projects remain untouched while clearing reclaimable dev toolchain clutter.

How do I see the size of deletion candidates before removing clutter?▼

You can see the size of deletion candidates by requesting the Skill to show every deletion candidate with its size, allowing you to approve or skip removing specific caches and Docker images individually.

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