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GGJstudios

GGJstudios

macrumors Westmere
May 16, 2008
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AppZapper, AppCleaner, TrashMe, and similar apps do not do a thorough job of removing all files/folders related to deleted apps. I tested several of these, using Skype as the app to be removed. Of 17 items to be removed:
AppZapper missed 13 items
AppCleaner missed 11 items
AppDelete missed 8 items​
I also tested AppTrap, CleanMyMac and a few others, but don't recall how many items they missed. All left files/folders behind. In most cases, they remove .plist files and a few others, but leave behind much larger files and folders. (you will find a discussion of these tests in the thread linked below)

The only effective method for complete app removal is manual deletion:

Best way to FULLY DELETE a program
 
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Sultec

macrumors newbie
Original poster
Jan 9, 2011
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Post enough to fix it

That's really good information especially since it is a geeky approach. I suppose I can change the links when I get enough posting experience.
 
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