The “Other” section in memory Samsung Galaxy A32 is one of the most mysterious categories for users. It can take up from 5 to 20 GB, but it does not show specific files that can be deleted manually. Unlike photos, videos or applications, the contents of “Other” are hidden from view, which raises questions: what kind of data is this and can they be safely deleted?

In fact, "Other" is a collection of system files, application caches, temporary data, logs and remnants of deleted apps. On Galaxy A32 (model SM-A325F) this category often grows due to the features of the firmware One UI and the operation of background software from Samsung. In this article we will examine 5 proven methods cleaning a partition, including hidden settings and tools that are not written about in standard instructions.

Before you begin, please note: some of the files in “Other” are critical for the stable operation of the phone. Removing them can lead to crashes or even “bricking” the device (total inoperability). Therefore, perform all actions strictly according to the instructions, and before cleaning, make a backup copy.

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What is “Other” in the memory of the Samsung Galaxy A32 and why does it take up so much space

In the storage menu Galaxy A32 section "Other" (Other in the English version) displays files that do not fall into the standard categories: applications, multimedia, documents. This includes:

  • 📁 System application cache (for example, Samsung Knox, Bixby, Game Launcher)
  • 🔄 Temporary update files (remains after installing patches security)
  • 📊 Logs and memory dumps (created during failures or diagnostics)
  • 🗑️ Remnants of deleted applications (incorrectly uninstalled software)
  • 🔒 Encrypted data (for example, files Secure Folder)

On Galaxy A32 with firmware One UI 3.1/4.1 The “Other” section often grows due to:

  1. Automatic backup (function Samsung Cloud creates local copies even when synchronization is disabled).
  2. Operation errors Android System Intelligence —the service responsible for optimization.
  3. Incorrect operation Samsung DeXif you connected the phone to the monitor.

On Galaxy A32 up to 30% of the volume of “Other” can be occupied files /data/app-asec —encrypted application data that the system cannot correctly classify. They cannot be deleted without root access, but you can reduce their volume by resetting the cache.

⚠️ Attention: If you use Secure Folder or Samsung Pass, do not clear “Other” through third-party utilities - this may delete encrypted passwords and banking application data.

Method 1: Clearing the system application cache through the settings

The safest method is to delete the cache of built-in services Samsung i GoogleThis is. can be done without root access and without the risk of data loss. Galaxy A32 this can be done without root access and without the risk of data loss.

Instructions:

  1. Open Settings → Applications.
  2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Show system.
  3. Find the following applications in the list (use search by name):
    • Android System Intelligence
    • Samsung Experience Service (or One UI Home)
    • Samsung Push Service
    • Com.android.vending (Google Play Store)
    • Com.samsung.android.knox.analytics
  • For each of them, select Storage → Clear cache.

    • After cleaning, reboot the phone. This will free up memory in the "Other" section, depending on the time of the last clear. 500 MB to 2 GB memory in the “Other” section, depending on the time of the last clear.

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    ⚠️ Attention: Do not clear the data (Clear Data) for system applications - this may reset the phone settings or cause operational errors One UI.

    Method 2: Deleting temporary files through Recovery Mode

    If standard clearing the cache did not help, you can use recovery mode (Recovery Mode). This method deletes temporary update files and memory dumps that are not visible in the normal interface.

    Step-by-step guide for Samsung Galaxy A32:

    1. Turn off the phone.
    2. Press simultaneously buttons Volume up + Power and hold them until the logo appears Samsung.
    3. In the menu Recovery use the volume buttons to select the item Wipe cache partition.
    4. Confirm the selection with the button Power.
    5. After completion, select Reboot system now.

    This method clears:

    • 📦 Update cache (/cache)
    • 📝 System logs (/data/log)
    • 🔄 Temporary files installer (/data/local/tmp)

    Result: is released from 1 to 3 GB in the "Other" section. The method is completely safe and does not affect user data.

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    If after clearing the cache c Recovery Mode the phone takes a long time to boot (more than 5 minutes), do not interrupt the process. This is normal - the system restores temporary files.

    Method 3: Using ADB for deep cleaning (without root)

    For advanced users, there is a way to delete unnecessary files through ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This does not require root access, but you need to enable USB debugging.

    Instructions:

    1. Download and install Platform Tools (official tool from Google).
    2. On your phone enable:
      • Settings → About phone → Build number (press 7 times to activate developer mode).
      • Settings → Developer options → USB debugging.
  • Connect your phone to the PC and run in the command line (cmd): 
    adb shell pm trim-caches 1000G

    This command clears the cache of all applications, including system ones.

  • To delete temporary update files, enter: 
    adb shell rm -rf /data/local/tmp/*

    • These commands will safely remove:

    • 🗑️ Cache of all applications (including hidden ones)
    • 📦 APK installer temporary files
    • 📊 Crash logs (/data/anr and /data/tombstones)
    ⚠️ Attention: Do not use commands rm -rf for folders /data/data or /system —this will cause the phone to not work.
    What to do if ADB does not see the device?

    1 Install. drivers Samsung USB Driver from the official website.

    2. Check that in Developer options the item Default USB configuration → File transfer is enabled.

    3. Try another USB cable (preferably the original one from Samsung).

    Method 4: Disabling unnecessary system services

    Some built-in services Samsung actively consume memory, although most users do not need them. Disabling them will not only free up space in the “Other” section, but will also increase battery life.

    List of services safe to disable on Galaxy A32:

    Service What it does How much it frees How to disable
    Bixby Voice Voice assistant (analog Google Assistant) 300–500 MB Settings → Applications → Bixby → Disable
    Samsung Free News feed on the main screen 200–400 MB Settings → Home screen → Samsung Free → Turn off
    AR Emoji Creating animated emoticons 100–200 MB Settings → Applications → AR Emoji → Disable
    Samsung Pay Contactless payment system 150–300 MB Settings → Biometrics and security → Samsung Pay → Delete

    After disabling these services:

    1. Reboot your phone.
    2. Check the "Other" section in Settings → Device care → Memory.

    Important: Do not disable Samsung Knox, Android System WebView or Google Play Services —this will lead to malfunctions of the phone.

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    Disabling Bixby Voice i Samsung Free not only frees up memory, but also reduces battery consumption by 5-10% by stopping the background activity.

    Method 5: Reset to factory settings (last resort)

    If all the previous methods did not help, and the “Other” section takes up more 10 GB, only full reset (Hard Resetremains. This will delete all data, including system junk, but return the phone to its original state.

    How to reset correctly:

    1. Create a backup:
      • Photos and videos - copy to PC or to the cloud (Google Photos).
      • Contacts - synchronize with Google Account.
      • Messages - use Samsung Smart Switch or SMS Backup & Restore.
  • Open Settings → General → Reset → Reset data.
  • Enter the PIN code and confirm the action.
  • After reboot, set up the phone as new (do not restore the backup via Smart Switchto avoid transferring garbage).

    • After the reset:

    • 📉 The "Other" section will be reduced to 1–3 GB (norm for One UI).
    • 🔄 The phone will work faster by clearing the background cache.
    • ⚠️ The first 2-3 days may experience slowdowns - the system restores optimal settings.
    ⚠️ Attention: If after the reset the “Other” section grows quickly again, this may indicate a problem. damage to the file system. In this case, only flashing via Odin (requires skills) will help.

    How to prevent the growth of “Other” in the future

    To prevent the “Other” section from taking up gigabytes of memory, follow these recommendations:

    • 🔄 Clear the system application cache once every 1-2 months (see Method 1).
    • 🚫 Turn off automatic backup in Samsung Cloud (Settings → Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud → Data synchronization).
    • 📱 Do not install applications from unknown sources —they often leave garbage in /data/app-asec.
    • 🔒 Use Secure Folder only for critical data - its files also end up in “Other”.
    • 📲 Update the firmware —in new versions One UI work with cache.

    It is also useful to monitor the dynamics of memory filling. To do this:

    1. Install the application Files by Google.
    2. Go to the section Cleaning and check the “Other” category once a week.

    If the partition grows faster than 500 MB per month, this is a reason to check the phone for viruses or file system errors.

    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about cleaning “Other” on Samsung Galaxy A32

    Is it possible to completely delete the "Other" section?

    No, this is not possible. Some of the files in "Other" are critical for the operation of Android And One UIHowever, you can reduce its size to 1–3 GB . methods described in the article.

    Why does “Other” grow again after cleaning?

    This is normal system behavior. One UI Constantly creates temporary files to speed up work. To slow down the growth, disable unnecessary services. (see Method 4) and clear the cache regularly.

    Is it safe to use applications like CCleaner or SD Maid?

    On Galaxy A32 such utilities can delete important files Knox or Samsung Paywhich will lead to failures. It is better to use built-in tools (Device careor ADB.

    What to do if, after resetting, “Other” still takes up 8+ GB?

    This may indicate partition damage /data. Try to reflash the phone via Odin with a complete wipe (BL, AP, CP, CSC + User DataIf the problem persists, contact the service center). center.

    How to check which files are occupied by “Other”?

    Without root access, this is impossible. Even applications like DiskUsage will show only the total volume, but not specific files. For detailed analysis, you need access to /data through TWRP or ADB with root.