Practical Tip: Using Codex to Smartly Scan and Free Up System Storage
dr_cintas · x · 2026-08-09
The author shares a handy prompt for using Codex to clear up disk space.
When your drive is full, you can instruct Codex to scan your system for common space hogs, including large files, old installers, unused applications, cache folders, and stale project directories.
Key Technique: Have the AI list all items by category with their sizes, flagging what is safe to auto-delete versus what needs manual review. Crucially, the prompt includes the instruction: "Don't delete anything yet, just give me the list first," allowing you to review and decide before taking any action.
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