Why is my File System size increasing even after deleting files on Linux Mint?

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Asked By CuriousCat1293 On

I've noticed that the size of my File System on Linux Mint keeps increasing over time. Initially, I thought it was just in my head, but after deleting a couple of GB worth of files, I saw a significant jump in size. I emptied the trash, but I'm beginning to think that deleted files might still be stored somewhere. I even tried restarting my computer, but there hasn't been any change. Is there something specific I need to do to resolve this? I'm worried my File System could be full soon if this keeps happening.

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Answered By TechieTom87 On

It sounds like you're dealing with a file system that might be set up with BTRFS, which can behave a bit differently than what you might expect. Have you checked how your disk space is being used? You could use a tool like 'du' to see where the space is actually going. Just open a terminal and run 'du -sh /*' to get a summary of space usage in your main folders. This can help you figure out if there are large files or directories taking up space that you weren't aware of.

Answered By LinuxGuru42 On

Before deleting anything, it’s good to be cautious! You can check your disk usage using commands like 'df -h' to see how much space is available overall and where it's being used. If you’re not sure what all those folders are for, it's best to research or ask about specific ones. That way, you can avoid accidentally deleting something critical.

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