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A serious step forward was made and cloud service Apple. ICloud cloud storage has become iCloud Drive, bringing users completely new possibilities for the placement and management of files on the Web. Let us dwell on these issues in more detail.

Basic settings

So, to use iCloud Drive, you must have installed iOS 8 on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, and OS X Yosemite on Mac. You can even access iCloud Drive from a browser and Windows help, but more on that later - for now, everything needs to be prepared. If compatible operating systems are installed, then pay attention to the state of the cloud service in the settings:

For iOS 8: Settings -> iCloud -> iCloud Drive- the function must be activated. Here, pay attention to the list of applications - they have access to iCloud Drive.

For OS X Yosemite: System settings-> iCloud -> iCloud Drive- again, we check for a check mark indicating that the service is activated. When you click the Options button, you can view the apps that have access to iCloud Drive.

At this stage, the preparatory stage is almost complete. One detail. If you are after the update operating system have refused to switch from iCloud to iCloud Drive, be sure to do it now using the options above. Now that's all for sure.

File types and available space

iCloud Drive largely follows the Apple tradition laid back in OS X. By default, there is no dump of various files, and each application has its own folders in which it stores working documents. However, the key difference between iCloud Drive and regular iCloud is that now the user can create folders and absolutely any file types in the cloud. In other words, Apple now provides us with a complete cloud storage for files.

The flight of fantasy rests exclusively on free disk space. Initially only 5 GB available- there are no changes in this regard. Extensions are much cheaper than they were with iCloud:

Please note that the price of cloud space has also changed slightly

In such a simple way, you can increase cloud storage. up to 1 TB... This will be enough for most users. With large amounts of data on the Web, it is worth thinking about specialized solutions. In the dry residue, we have an exhaustive amount free space in the cloud and the absence of restrictions on file types is a fairy tale.

Access to iCloud Drive

1. The first way to access iCloud Drive is your Mac computer... Just open Finder and go to the tab iCloud Drive... Everything! Absolutely all files and folders are available for changing to your taste - nothing complicated.

If it didn't work out with the poppy, but there is Personal Computer under Windows control, then everything is also pretty simple. You must download and install "iCloud 4.0 for Windows". After that, right in the explorer on the left, in the "Favorites" menu, a shortcut to iCloud Drive will appear. Everything works almost as elegantly and conveniently as it does on a Mac.

2. The second method is in a sense even simpler, but often not so convenient for long-term use. Let's imagine a situation that you are at someone else's computer or you need one-time access to iCloud Drive. Accordingly, configure cloud storage or install additional software there is no desire or opportunity. Will come to the rescue browser.

Documents 5 is a kind of Swiss knife for working with files on iOS. Application creates own folder in the device memory, where the user can place any required files... Moreover, you can get them even by downloading from the Web using the built-in browser. In addition, there is support for all known cloud services and the ability to connect various servers. You can, of course, access iCloud Drive.

Access to the cloud is possible at the launch level of the corresponding applications for each file type, as well as the ability to add files to the storage from internal memory devices. However, we are talking about those files that are available to the Documents 5 application. In general, using the application, you can listen to music, watch a video, edit a document or an image - the main working moments are available, and this will be enough for most users.

Unlike many of the new services and features that Apple launched this fall, iCloud Drive is stable and performs well on its own. With help of this material you now know everything you need to effectively use cloud file storage for your own benefit and in many situations refuse additional services, remaining within the framework of a single Apple ecosystem.

How to free up iCloud storage space is one of the most pressing questions if you are using a demon paid version 5 GB. In this article, we'll show you how to clear cloud storage on iPhone or computer. Another way to forget about restrictions is to increase your iCloud storage ☁.

Why iCloud iPhone storage is full

You may not have known, but everyone iPhone settings, as well as the data is stored in iCloud as a backup and takes up more of the free 5 GB of cloud storage.

Why do you need a backup - if you suddenly lose your iPhone or buy a new one, then thanks to the backup, you can restore all the data that you had without losing information (contacts, photos, notes and applications that you installed will also be restored). , we wrote detailed instructions in our blog.

How to see how much free space is left in iCloud on iPhone

To see what the "icloud" is filled in iPhone, you need to follow these steps:

Right at the top in the "Storage" section, you will see a visual chart with the occupancy rate.

Enter the "Apple ID" section	Enter the item "iCloud"

Conveniently, you can visually evaluate what data and how much space in the storage takes up.

What is the iCloud storage on the iPhone filled with?

So you understand that your iCloud is full, what to do in this case, read the next chapter of our publication.

ICloud storage full, what should i do?

First of all, you need to see what your iCloud cloud storage is filled with? As a rule, these are:

backup copy (backup of your data);
photos and videos;
the documents;
mail.

Increase the volume of iCloud (will connect to paid plans).
Delete files from iCloud that you think you do not need.

How to Increase iCloud Capacity on iPhone

One of the options when your storage fills up is to increase in gigabytes:

50 GB;
200 GB;
2 TB.

If we talk about the cost, then for example 50 GB, it will cost you $ 0.99, this is a very affordable cost, since you spend many times more on calls and the Internet, do you agree?

Enter the item "Storage Management"	Enter "Change storage plan"
how to increase iCloud storage	ICloud storage plans

To be able to connect a paid iCloud tariff, you must have a payment card from which the "tariff amount" will be charged every month.

How to Free Up iCloud Space on iPhone

If you don't want to increase your cloud space and want to settle for free 5 GB. You need to decide what data and files you want and can delete from the cloud drive.

Options for what you can delete in iCloud to free up space:

A backup copy of all your data on the iPhone - this backup can be stored:
- iCloud
- in iTunes on PC or Mac. Alternatively, you can store a backup in iTunes on your computer and free up space in the cloud storage.
ICloud Music Library (photos and videos) - in second place in terms of space occupied in free version cloud storage is usually occupied by photo and video content. If you backup to an external HDD or using Google Photos with unlimited space (* in not high resolution), the library can also be deleted from the Apple cloud.
Documents - you should carefully study this data so as not to delete something important, but it is better to leave it as it is (as a rule, they take up a minimum of space)
Mail - you can delete mail data only if there are no important letters there. If your mailbox is regularly filled with advertising mailings (spam) from different companies, then it is even better to delete them since they are of no value.

After analyzing what can be cleared in the iCloud storage on the iPhone, proceed directly to deleting data in icloud, for this follow the instructions:

Open the iPhone Settings app.
Then go to the "Apple ID" section (with your first and last name).
Then go to the item "iCloud"
Then go to "Storage Management"
We select the section that you want to clear: "Backups", "Media Library", "Documents" or another.

Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4

If you decide to delete not only the "Backup", but also all the photos in iCloud, you must also make the settings so that in the future your photos are not uploaded to the iCloud library.

In this article, you will learn what to do if iCloud runs out of space, and how to buy additional space.

As every iPhone owner knows, iCloud makes a backup from the phone and saves photos, video files and other information inside the service. At the same time, all content is reliably protected, and if necessary, you can update it on any iOS device.

But if suddenly the iCloud space is full and there is no free space left in the system, backup will become impossible. Newly created pictures and other files will not go to the library. ICloud-enabled software will cease to function. And the user will also not be able to send a message to the e-mail of this service.

How to clear iCloud storage on iPhone 5S - read our instructions.

There are 2 main approaches to accomplishing this task:

Switch to a paid plan.
Clean up the system by erasing unnecessary backup versions, photos, messages, and the like.

Few people want to switch to the paid version of the service, so let's dwell on the second method in detail and tell you how to clear the place. Before the procedure, you must first check the availability of free space in the service. On gadgets like the iPhone 5, iPhone 6 and the like, this is done as follows:

1 With "operating systems" version 9 and higher, you need to go to the iCloud settings, and then - to the storage section. 2 If your device has iOS 8 - at the last step, another section with the same name (storage) will be available, which you will need to enter. 3 If your machine has iOS version lower than 8, select Storage & Copies in the settings.

Freeing up more free space

Archive or copy your iCloud data.
Delete backup versions that were made a long time ago and are no longer up-to-date.
Erase photos and videos from videos.
Delete other unnecessary files.
Get rid of e-mail messages.

Shrinking your iCloud library

The named section of the service uses it to share content on all gadgets from Apple. This applies to photographs, videos and more. Surely, among the variety of information stored on your device, there is a lot of unnecessary information. For example, it can be photo frames of poor quality or the same photos. Such junk can be easily removed from the photo application in absolutely any iOS gadget.

In addition, we can intelligently manage space in iCloud using the storage optimization function. This option is available in the device settings. With its active use, the photo application automatically clears space, replacing photographs and videos with video with modified versions in the form of copies. Basic versions of photos in full format are saved in the cloud, and if necessary, the user can always upload them to the device's memory.

Those stills and video clips that have been deleted are moved to the album for recently deleted content. From here they can be returned back within a month after removal. But if you wish, you can permanently erase these files faster without waiting 30 days. To do this, you need to click on the selection button and decide on the elements that we want to delete. Then you need to confirm your decision by clicking on the delete button.

If after that there is no free space in iCloud at all, all deleted photo frames and video clips will be permanently deleted. Moreover, their copies will not be saved anywhere, including in the album with recently deleted photos.

Below, we will once again describe the steps for removing various content from the iCloud library. In addition, we will tell you how to do this on the resource of the service itself.

Method to Delete Photos on iPhone

To complete the removal, follow these steps:

Start the photo program and click on the icon of the same name (located at the very bottom of the display).
Click on the select button and mark the images to be deleted.
Confirm your decision by clicking on the appropriate button.

Remove photo content from iCloud.com

To clear the space of unnecessary photos through the cloud service, you need to follow these steps:

Go to the iCloud resource in the global network.
Open the photo app and enter the photo selection section.
Mark stills and video clips that we want to erase.
Click on the delete button.

Another way to shrink your library

Even if you don't use the service's media library, files in your camera roll will still be moved to your iCloud backup. To check this copy on mobile devices with operating systems version 8 and older, you need to go to the storage settings, and then - to its management section. But if your machine works on iOS version younger than 8, go to the section of storages and copies. And there already make a choice of the name of your gadget.

To significantly reduce the volume of the copy of the library, save photos and videos from video to a laptop or PC. After these steps, make a backup yourself.

If you want to keep photos and videos on your iOS device, turn off the media library. This is done through the backup settings. Again, you can buy extra space.

You can also permanently get rid of photos that you will definitely never need. To this end, go to the photo application and decide on the picture you want to delete. Then confirm your decision by clicking on the delete button.

To remove content in this program, you need:

Go to iCloud settings, and then go to the storage section.
Click the icon for the program using iCloud Drive.
Check all that is needed.
Or click on the edit button, or just swipe left.

We clear the storage by deleting letters from mail

The iCloud space can also be cleared by deleting messages from the "account" e-mail in this service. But if you want to keep those messages, you can transfer them from your iPhone to your laptop or PC.

It is very easy to delete letters, especially if access to e-mail from iCloud is connected on the Apple device. To carry out the procedure, you need:

Swipe any message to the left.
Click on the shopping cart.
Erase all messages or one by one by clicking on the change button, and then - on the section for deleting all selected content.

Apple provides its users with 5 GB of free iCloud cloud storage. However, unfortunately, this volume is not enough for everyone. When the storage is almost full, new backups stop being created, and the user has a question: what to do, and here there are two ways - to clear the "cloud" of old unnecessary data, freeing up space for new ones, or to buy additional iCloud storage.

In this article, we will tell you how to act correctly in both situations.

In general, there are two approaches to the need to clear the iCloud storage. The first is to clear the memory of the device itself and manually create a new backup copy, which after "cleaning" will significantly "lose weight" and there will be a place for new information... This approach is very simple and works great, because in most cases the user only needs to delete or upload old photos and videos to the computer - after all, this type of content steals the most space in the backup.

To implement this scheme, if you decide to remove unnecessary content:

If you want to transfer content to your computer:

Connect the device to your PC, open it through the "My Computer" section.
Copy the content to your computer and then delete it in the classic way.
Follow the third step of the previous instructions.

Another approach to how to free up space in iCloud is to use the dedicated section of the cloud settings menu. This approach is good because it allows you to see how much memory is consumed by each of the programs whose data is included in the copy.

So, how to clear up iCloud storage space using this menu:

Open the "Settings" iPhone or other iOS gadget.
If your device runs on iOS 10.3 and later versions of the platform, we tap our name, then iCloud, otherwise, we immediately click iCloud - in both cases, at the very top, you will see the statistics of the used space.
Click on the "Storage" section, then "Management".
Now we tap on the backup - you will see a list of all programs whose data is stored in it. Here you will receive an answer to the question why the storage was filled up so quickly - by default, the device backs up a lot of information that the user does not need to store at all, but do not worry, now we will take matters into our own hands.
So, to free up space, you need to disable the sliders in front of all programs, the data in which we do not want to back up. When the dialog box appears, click "Turn off and remove".
After the cleaning is done, scroll to the very bottom and press "Delete copy". Don't worry, now we will create a new one - with your new settings.
Open the iCloud section in the "Settings" menu, select "Back up to iCloud", click on the "Create a backup" link.

Ready! Now only what you need is stored in the cloud.

Good advice! Do not store your photos and videos in the "cloud" - they take up a lot of space, and sooner or later they will still have to be dumped to your computer. If it is important for you that this type of content was stored in iCloud, we recommend that you enable the "Optimize storage ..." setting if you have not used it before. To activate it, go to iCloud, then "Photos", check the box next to the "Optimize storage ..." option.

How do I increase my storage?

As we said above, clearing iCloud of information stored in it is not the only way to get a new place to create new ones. backups... If you store a lot of information on your device and the storage fills up quickly even with regular "cleaning", then the best option is to buy additional space in the cloud.

Apple offers three plans:

50 GB for 59 rubles per month
200 GB for 149 rubles per month
2 TB for 599 rubles per month

To buy more space in icloud:

That's it - as you can see, using iCloud to clean up and acquire new space is very easy!

Let's summarize

Now you know how to see how much space your current backup is using in iCloud, how to increase iCloud cloud storage in volumes and how to clear it of unnecessary information. We hope our instructions were clear and you were able to do what you wanted.

There was a time when cloud storage was just a high-tech term used by industry insiders. Now everything is different, and each user can access such services. They are designed to make your life easier by vastly expanding your device's memory size through digital means. Where is the cloud in the iPhone and how to use it?

What is cloud storage?

The name "cloud storage" evokes associations with information floating in the air, but this is not so in practice. When you store something in the cloud, that data is on a remote server. This is contrary to saving directly to your device. These servers can then be remotely accessed by users. Typically, these servers are owned and operated by the hosting company that supports them.

So why is it called "the cloud"? The origins of this phrase can be traced back to the early days of the Internet. Back then, cloud drawings were used to depict the telephone company that provided Internet access. The term has recently been carried over into the modern era. Where in the iPhone is the cloud located and what is it for?

Why is it useful to use cloud storage?

There are several good reasons to use cloud storage. For example, Apple likes to charge extra fees for increasing storage devices. The problem is that modern devices continue to consume more and more storage space. Despite this, Apple is not going to reduce the cost iPhone models 256 GB, so an alternative is needed.

This is cloud storage. Remote servers can store tons of photos, videos, and other data at a reasonable cost. Beyond that, you rarely have to take additional steps to access them.

Cloud storage also makes it easy to transfer data between multiple devices. Imagine a simple process of copying photos from your phone to PC without the cloud. You will have to deal with wires or the cumbersome process of sending files over e-mail... Synchronizing your iPhone with the cloud avoids this.

However, one of the most overlooked benefits of cloud storage is the backup options it offers. Ideally, you should make a copy of every important file you have on the server. This will allow you not to worry about the risks of losing information.

However, the best reason for using cloud storage is relatively simple: it's the future. People may one day live in an era where the cloud will become the dominant storage method. So it's best to check it out now.

How difficult is it to use cloud storage?

With the right service, cloud storage is incredibly easy to use. Most modern devices give you the ability to save to the cloud immediately. From there, accessing your data is as easy as using embedded storage.

The main hurdle when working with cloud storage is data management. It is possible to enter the cloud from an iPhone, but it requires using a third-party browser. In addition, the habit of having information in several places is difficult. Fortunately, most cloud services make it easy to automatically backup data and management of your files.

How much cloud storage do you need?

It depends a lot on your needs. If you are a business owner, you need as much as you can get, as the cloud is best for you to create copies. Based on your needs, this could mean signing up for a service that allows you to store terabytes. Since you can always enter the cloud from an iPhone, you get the ability to back up any information on a paid basis.

However, this storage space may not be necessary for everyone. If you are mobile user who just wants to back up some photos and videos, consider a service that stores about half of the space available on mobile device.

Plus, see how much space your photos and videos are taking up and get the service you practically need. Just keep in mind that your needs may grow.

What is iCloud?

iCloud Drive is Apple's solution for managing documents and files on iOS and Mac. If you have an iCloud account, you can use this storage. Subscription prices range from free to $ 19.99 per month, depending on your volume needs. First of all, you will need to complete the setup process and get started with iCloud Drive.

How to turn on iCloud Drive manually on iPhone

What is iCloud in practice and how to connect it? When you update iOS from old version, you will need to indicate if you want to update iCloud Drive. If you answered yes, you don't need to do anything else. But if you chose no, you can turn on iCloud Drive with just a few taps by following these steps:

Launch the Settings app on your iPhone running iOS 8 or higher.
Click on iCloud.
Click on iCloud Drive.
Enable the option for cloud storage.

You may receive a pop-up warning if you have other iOS and OS X devices that are not currently using iCloud Drive. Remember, they all need to be updated to ensure compatibility between them. So just repeat this process on each one.

How to choose an iCloud Drive subscription plan

By default, iCloud Drive comes with 5GB of free space. This is the same amount that you previously received for backups. Where is the cloud in the iPhone? In newer versions, it is accessed through the Files application.

If you feel that this is not enough, you can sign up for more GB. Or, if you're already paying for an iCloud subscription, you can change it to suit your current needs.

This process is done like this:

Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
Click on iCloud.
Next, click on "Storage".
Click Change Storage Plan.
Choose the plan that best suits your needs.
Click "Buy" in the upper right corner.
Log in to your account iCloud to complete your purchase.

That's all. Your storage will change immediately and you will see the selected subscription.

How to use iCloud Drive on your iPhone

The great thing about iCloud Drive for iOS is that it always works. You don't need to do anything or configure anything. Once you're signed in to your iCloud Drive account, any apps that support cloud storage will give you options to open and save documents.

One of best features iCloud Drive is how it works in conjunction with Mac and Windows. Saving any documents in the cloud makes them instantly available to any service that supports it in iOS, and vice versa. Where is the cloud in the iPhone? You can find all files, documents and folders in the iCloud Drive app.

To go to full version iCloud website, you will need to use any browser other than Safari. Mobile version this resource does not exist, but the process of working with an online repository is very simple. This way you can process data from multiple accounts at the same time.

How to Move Files in the Cloud on iPhone

iCloud Drive is now stored in the Files app for iOS 11. It opens up many options for storing and organizing files on your device. You no longer need to stick to app-based folders to organize your content — you can handle everything in Files like Dropbox or Box. How to work in it? How to find a photo in the cloud on an iPhone and copy it?

Launch the "Files" application
Click iCloud Manager under Locations.
Click on the files you want to move.
Click Move at the bottom of the screen.
Click a folder to choose a destination for the files.
Select "Move" in the upper right corner of the screen.

How to delete files in the cloud on iPhone?

If you find that you are running out of space or simply accumulated a lot of unnecessary information, you can easily delete extra files... This is as easy as saving to the cloud on your iPhone. This is done in the following way.

Launch the Files app
Click Browse at the bottom of the screen.
Select iCloud Manager under Locations.
Click on a folder to open it.
Then - "Select" in the upper right corner of the screen.
Select the files you want to delete.
Click "Delete" in the lower right corner.

It should be noted that there is no confirmation of the operation when deleting. Deleting files only marks them in advance. They can be restored in the Files application.

How do I enable or disable cellular data for file syncing?

If you have accumulated a large number of documents in the cloud, and you have a limited tariff for storing information, you can prevent the application from using mobile data transfer. You don't even need to follow the steps to sign in to iCloud from your iPhone. How it's done:

Launch the Settings app.
Click on "Data Transfer".
In the Mobile Data section, scroll down until you find the Files app.
Press the "On / Off" switch to disable the use of the functionality.

This will make sure that iCould Drive is not being used to store different information.