How to clear memory on Samsung Galaxy A10: video instructions + 7 working methods

Owners Samsung Galaxy A10 often face the problem of low memory - the device starts to slow down, applications crash, and the system displays a “Memory Full” notification. This is especially true for the basic version of the smartphone, where there are only 32 GB of internal memory, of which about 20–22 GB are available to the user. In this article we will analyze 7 proven ways to clear memoryincluding hidden functions of Android 10/11, and also show a unique method for recovering “forgotten” filesthat take up space but are not displayed in the gallery.

Video instructions at the end of each section will help you visually understand the process, and interactive checklists and warnings will protect you from mistakes. If your Galaxy A10 can no longer cope with the load, do not rush to buy a new phone: proper cleaning can return it to its former speed!

1. Analysis of occupied memory: what exactly is eating up space?

Before clearing memory, you need to understand which files or applications take up the most space. In Samsung Galaxy A10 there is a built-in tool for this - Settings → Device care → Memory.

Open the section and wait for the analysis to complete. The system will show:

• 📁 Applications —a list of apps sorted by the amount of occupied space (messengers, games and social networks are most often to blame).
• 📷 Images and videos —duplicates, screenshots and downloaded memes may be hidden here.
• 🎵 Audio - music, voice messages from WhatsApp/Telegram, podcasts.
• 📄 Documents - PDF, APK files, archives that you have long forgotten.
• 🗑️ Other —cache, temporary files, application data (the most insidious section!).

Pay attention to the item “Other" - if it takes up 3–5 GB+, it means the system is clogged with garbage. It can be cleared manually or using special utilities (we'll talk about them below).

⚠️ Attention: If "System data" 10+ GBis displayed in the “Memory” section, this may be due to a failure firmware. In this case, only reset to factory settings (section 6) will help.

2. Clearing the application cache: a quick way to free up 1-3 GB

Caches are temporary files that applications create to speed things up. Over time, they accumulate and can occupy up to several gigabytes. Clearing the cache is safe: applications will simply create new files the next time you launch them.

How to clear the cache on Samsung A10:

1. Go to Settings → Applications.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select “Sort by size».
3. Open the heaviest application (usually Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or games).
4. Click "Memory» → «Clear cache».

For mass clearing:

• 🧹 Use the built-in tool: Settings → Caring for the device → Memory → Clear (the system itself will find unnecessary files).
• 🤖 Install SD Maid or CCleaner from Google Play —they will find the cache even in system folders.

After clearing the cache, the phone may run a little slower when you first launch applications - this is normal. After 1–2 days, the speed will be restored.

3. Removing duplicates and unnecessary files

Samsung Galaxy A10 does not have a built-in tool to find duplicates, but you can find them manually or using third-party applications. Most often duplicated:

• 📸 Screenshots (folder Pictures/Screenshots).
• 🎥 Videos from messengers (folder WhatsApp/Media or Telegram/Telegram Video).
• 📄 Downloaded files (folder Download).
• 🎵 Audio files with the same names (for example, audio_123.mp3, audio_123(1).mp3).

How to find and remove duplicates:

1. Open Gallery → click on the three dots → "Organize by» → «Size". The largest files will be on top.
2. To search for duplicates, install Files by Google or Duplicate Files Fixer.
3. Check the folder DCIM/.thumbnails —photo thumbnails are stored here, which can be safely deleted (they will be restored automatically).

File type	Where to look	How to clear
Screenshots	Pictures/Screenshots	Delete manually or via Google Files
Messenger cache	Android/media/com.whatsapp	Clear in application settings
Downloaded APK	Download or APK	Delete via file manager
Duplicate music	Music or Ringtones	Use Duplicate Media Remover

4. Transferring files to a memory card or to the cloud

Samsung Galaxy A10 supports memory cards microSD up to 512 GB, but not all files can be transferred to them. Here's what you can do:

Method 1: Transfer. photos, videos and music

• 📁 Open My files → select files → click "Move" → specify the memory card (SD card).
• 🎵 For music: in Google Play Music or another player, select "Storage» → «Memory card».

Method 2: Transfer applications (partially)

Android 10 on Galaxy A10 does not allow you to transfer all applications to an SD card, but some (for example, games) can be moved:

1. Open Settings → Applications.
2. Select application → "Memory» → «Change» → «SD card».

Method 3: Cloud storage

If you don’t have a memory card, upload files to the cloud:

• ☁️ Google Photos — automatic photo/video upload (free up to 15 GB).
• ☁️ Yandex Disk or Mail.ru Cloud — 10–100 GB free upon registration.
• ☁️ Samsung Cloud — 15 GB for backups (not available in all regions).

⚠️ Attention: Do not transfer to SD card, system applications or messenger data (for example, WhatsApp). This can lead to failures!

5. Removing unnecessary applications and their data

Many users install applications “for testing” and forget to delete them, even unused apps can take up space due to:

• 📦 Cache (temporary files).
• 🗃️ User data (game saves, settings).
• 🔄 Background activity (updates, synchronization).

How to properly remove applications:

1. Go to Settings → Applications.
2. Sort by size (three dots → "Size»).
3. Select an unnecessary application → "Delete».
4. If the “Delete” button is inactive, this is system software. Click “Disable" (this will free up some memory).

Examples of applications that can be safely removed:

• 🎮 Games that you have not played for a long time (for example, PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty - they occupy 1–2 GB+).
• 📱 Duplicate applications (for example, two browsers or two players).
• 🛠️ Utilities that you installed for a one-time task (for example, APK extractors, video converters).

What system applications can be disabled?

It is safe to disable: Samsung A10 safe to disable:

- Samsung Free (news feed). data-i="215">or

- Samsung Members (if you don't use support)

- AR Emoji And Bixby (if you don't use it)

- Game Launcher (if you don't play)

⚠️ Don't turn off Samsung Experience Service, Android System WebView or Google Play Services —this will lead to failures!

6. Reset to factory settings: last resort

If all the previous methods did not help, and the phone still gives the error “Memory full, the last option remains — full reset (Hard Reset). This will delete everything data, including photos, contacts and applications, so make a backup first!

How to reset Samsung Galaxy A10:

1. Save important files to a memory card or to the cloud.
2. Go to Settings → General management → Reset → Reset data.
3. Enter your PIN code or pattern.
4. Confirm the action by pressing “Delete everything».

After reset:

• 🔄 The phone will reboot and return to the “as from” state boxes."
• 📱 When you turn it on for the first time, follow the setup instructions (you can skip logging into your account Googleif you do not need to restore data).
• 🔧 Install only the necessary applications to avoid refilling the memory.

⚠️ Attention: If after After resetting, the memory quickly fills up again, this may indicate internal storage failure. In this case, contact a service center.

7. Memory optimization: how to prevent it from filling up in the future

To prevent the problem from recurring, follow these tips:

• 📵 Limit the cache for social networks: Facebook and Instagram turn off automatic video playback.
• 🔄 Regularly clear downloads: folder Download is the main source of garbage.
• ☁️ Set up automatic backup in Google Photos and delete local copies after downloading.
• 🚫 Do not install APK from unknown sources —they often contain hidden junk.
• 🔍 Check your memory once a month via Settings → Device care.

You can also use applications for automatic cleaning:

• 🤖 SD Maid - finds and deletes unnecessary files on a schedule.
• 🧹 Files by Google - offers to clear garbage every time opening.
• 🛡️ Avast Cleanup - optimizes memory and speeds up the phone.

If you often shoot video, set the camera to record in resolution 720p instead 1080p - this will reduce the file size by 2-3 times without significant loss quality.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about clearing memory on Samsung A10

Is it possible to clear memory without losing data?

Yes, if you use the methods from sections 2–5 (clearing cache, deleting duplicates, transferring files) Resetting to factory settings (section 6) will delete everything, so. make a backup copy in advance.

Why does the memory quickly fill up again after cleaning?

Probable reasons:

• 📱 Applications (especially instant messengers) accumulate cache again.
• 📸 Automatic downloading of media files from chats (WhatsApp, Telegram).
• 🔄 System failure (resetting or flashing will help).

Solution: disable autoloading in the messenger settings and regularly clear the cache.

How to clear the memory if the phone does not turn on?

If Samsung A10 does not respond to the power button, try:

1. Hold Power button + Volume Down for 10-15 seconds (forced reboot).
2. If it doesn’t help, connect the phone to the PC and use Samsung Smart Switch for diagnostics.
3. As a last resort, contact the service center for flashing via Odin.

What files can be safely deleted in the Android folder?

The folder Android stores application data. It is safe to delete:

• 🗑️ Contents of folders data and obb for deleted games.
• 🎵 Music player cache (Android/media/com.spotify.music).

Do not delete folders com.android.* —this is system data!

Why does the internal memory show less space than it should be?

Manufacturers indicate total memory, but part of it takes up:

• 📱 Firmware (4–6 GB).
• 🔧 System files (2–3 GB).
• 🛡️ Reserve for updates (1–2 GB).

About Galaxy A10 32 GB user has access to 20–22 GB.