free-disk-space

Survey macOS disk usage and present cleanup commands for user approval.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind --skill free-disk-space
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: free-disk-space
Source: https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind/tree/main/skills/free-disk-space
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind --skill free-disk-space

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Developer machines often accumulate gigabytes of caches, build artifacts, and unused simulators, leading to low disk space. This skill automates the identification and cleanup of these storage-heavy locations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Targeted Cleanup: Scans known problem areas like Xcode DerivedData, Gradle caches, npm/yarn caches, and Android emulators.
  • Safety Categorization: Classifies locations by safety level (safe to delete, use caution, keep).
  • User Approval: Presents cleanup options with exact commands and requires explicit user approval before deleting anything.
  • Use Case: When your Mac is running low on disk space, use this skill to quickly identify and remove unnecessary files, freeing up gigabytes of storage.

Quick Start

Survey my disk and show me what's safe to delete.

Frequently Asked Questions about free-disk-space

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

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How do I free up disk space on my Mac by clearing Xcode DerivedData and Gradle caches?

To free up disk space on macOS, this skill surveys storage-heavy developer locations like Xcode DerivedData and Gradle caches, categorizes them by safety level, and presents cleanup commands for your explicit approval before deleting files.

What is safe to delete when my Mac runs low on storage during development?

Safe to delete items on a developer Mac include npm/yarn caches and Xcode derived data. This skill scans these known problem areas, classifies each location by safety level, and requires your explicit approval before executing any cleanup commands.

Can I automatically remove npm and yarn caches on macOS without breaking my projects?

You can safely remove npm and yarn caches on macOS because this skill categorizes locations by safety level and requires explicit user approval before executing any deletion commands, ensuring you keep necessary files.

Does this disk cleanup tool delete Android emulators and build artifacts automatically?

This disk cleanup tool does not delete Android emulators automatically. It surveys known storage-heavy locations, categorizes them by safety level, and presents exact cleanup commands for your explicit approval before any execution.

What's the best way to reclaim Mac disk space from developer caches and simulators?

The best way to reclaim Mac disk space is using this skill to target known storage-heavy locations like Gradle caches, Xcode derived data, and Android emulators, categorizing each by safety level for explicit user approval before cleanup.