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Uninstaller: What's good, do you use, why or why not?
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If you elect to use uninstaller apps, be aware that in most cases, app removal software doesn't do a thorough job of finding and removing files/folders related to deleted apps. For more information, read this and this. If you just want to delete the app, drag the .app file to the trash. No other software needed. If you want to completely remove all associated files/folders, no removal apps will do the job.
The most effective method for complete app removal is manual deletion: Listen to this guy. Also, there are times (upgrading) where you may not want to remove everything and doing so will result in data loss. Using tools like these can result in loss of important data. I do not suggest using uninstaller tools. Doing so is basically at your own risk.
I haven't used uninstallers for years.
Just thought if anything has changed in that spectrum.
I have used uninstallers way back with classic environment. I think 9.
Just thought if anything has changed in that spectrum.
I have used uninstallers way back with classic environment. I think 9.