disk-usage-audit

To map disk usage on macOS, you need a tool that separates logical storage from reclaimable bytes. This audit builds a storage map using true metrics from df and diskutil, ranking large items by risk and reclaimability to guide safe cleanup.

APFS clone-aware validation estimates reclaimable disk space by identifying cloned files that appear large but consume minimal actual storage. The audit script uses non-destructive measurements to distinguish true usage from shared data, ensuring accurate cleanup recommendations.

Ranking cleanup candidates by impact requires analyzing true usage metrics rather than apparent file sizes. The audit evaluates large items by risk and reclaimability, generating structured reports with actionable guidance for safe space recovery during low-disk warnings.

Yes, the disk usage audit works across macOS, Linux, and similar environments. It relies on standard utilities like df and diskutil to gather true usage metrics, applying clone-aware validation logic specifically for APFS while supporting broader storage mapping on Linux.

Identifying reclaimable storage safely requires non-destructive measurements that distinguish between logical usage and truly reclaimable bytes. The audit applies clone-aware validation and ranks items by reclaimability, providing clear reporting to guide cleanup without risking important data.

Disk usage discrepancies on APFS occur because of clone-aware file sharing, where cloned files share data blocks but appear as separate sizes. The audit uses clone-aware validation logic to provide non-destructive measurements that reflect true reclaimable storage rather than apparent file sizes.