Smartphone Samsung Galaxy A01, having a compact size and affordable price, often faces one typical problem - a rapid lack of free space. The initial volume of the built-in storage is 16 GB (of which about 10-12 GB is available to the user) is filled after installing two or three popular applications and downloading a dozen photos. This leads to the device running slower, and the system regularly issues warnings about critically low memory levels.
However, there is no need to panic, since the shell-based operating system Android shell-based One UI Core offers many tools for managing storage. Proper cleaning can restore the gadget to its former agility and make room for new pictures or messenger updates. It is important to understand that cleaning is not a one-time action, but a regular process of maintaining your health. Samsung A01.
In this article we will analyze in detail all the methods of freeing up space: from built-in system utilities to radical data transfer to external media. You will learn how to find hidden files that take up gigabytes and correctly configure camera and application cache settings.
Using the built-in Device Maintenance tool
The easiest and safest way to start putting things in order is to use the standard utility from the manufacturer. The company Samsung has integrated a powerful optimization module into its devices, which automatically analyzes the system state. To start, go to menu Settings → Device maintenance → Memory. Here the system will show the current amount of free space and offer to delete unnecessary files.
Press the button Clear Nowto have the system delete temporary files, residual files and application caches that can be safely deleted without data loss. This algorithm works quite aggressively, but does not affect your personal photos or contacts. Once the process is complete, you will see a message telling you how many megabytes or gigabytes have been freed.
⚠️ Attention: Built-in wipe only deletes temporary data. If you want to free up space for large updates or heavy games, this step may not be enough and deeper measures will be required.
Run Device Maintenance at least once a week to prevent system junk from accumulating and slowing down the interface.
It is worth noting that this tool does not always find the largest files, such as downloaded videos from instant messengers or old installation packages. Therefore, it should be considered as the first stage of a comprehensive cleaning of your Galaxy A01.
Samsung's built-in utility is the best start for quick optimization, but it does not replace manual file management.
Analysis and deletion of application cache
Applications that you use daily, such as YouTube, Telegram, VK or Instagramhave a habit of accumulating huge amounts of cached data. Caches are temporary files that make apps run faster, but over time they can take up more space than the application itself. On Samsung A01 with its limited disk space, this becomes critical.
To find the “culprits” of clutter, go to Settings → Applications. Sort the list by size or view each popular app individually. Inside the specific software menu, select Memory or Storage, and then press the Clear cachebutton. Do not confuse this button with the “Clear data” option, as the latter will delete your logins, correspondence and settings within the app.
- 📱 Messengers: They often take up to 2-3 GB of space due to saved pictures and videos from chats.
- 🎬 Video services: The cache of streaming platforms can grow to gigabytes if you watch a lot of content.
- 🌐 Browsers: Download history and page cache also need to be cleaned regularly to speed up surfing.
Pay special attention to social networks. In some cases, it is more advisable not just to clear the cache through the Android settings, but to go into the settings of the application itself (for example, in Telegram there is a section Data and memory → Memory usage) and set up automatic cache clearing. This will allow the system Android on your Samsung A01 to work more stable.
Working with an SD card and transferring files
Since internal memory Samsung Galaxy A01 is extremely limited, using a memory card format microSD is not just a recommendation, but a necessity. Correctly setting up an external drive allows you to transfer a library of photos, videos and even some applications there, unloading the main partition.
To transfer media files, open the application My files, which is preinstalled on all devices Samsung. Select a category Images or Videos, select the desired files (you can select “All”), click the menu (three dots) and select Move. Specify your memory card as the target folder SD card. This process instantly frees up gigabytes of internal storage.
| Type data | Recommended storage location | Impact on speed |
|---|---|---|
| Photo and Video | SD card | Does not affect |
| Music and Audiobooks | SD card | Does not affect |
| System applications | Internal memory | Critical |
| Cache games | Internal memory (preferred) | Affects loading |
Some applications allow you to change the path where data is saved in their settings. For example, in the camera settings Samsung you can activate the switch Save to SD card. After enabling this option, all new pictures and videos will be immediately recorded to external media, without taking up precious space in the phone’s flash memory.
⚠️ Attention: When removing the memory card, make sure that you have previously disabled it through the settings (Settings → Device maintenance → Storage → SD card → Disable) to avoid file corruption.
What to do if the phone does not see the SD card?
Try to remove the card, wipe the contacts with a soft eraser and insert it back until it clicks. If this does not help, format the card through the phone settings (remember that formatting will delete all data on it!).
Deleting unused applications and games
Often we install “one-time” games or useful utilities that we stop using after a week. On a device with a small amount of memory, such as Samsung A01, each such application is wasted hundreds of megabytes. Regular audit of installed software is a mandatory procedure.
Go to the section Settings → Applications and carefully review the list. If you see a app that you haven't used in the last month, feel free to delete it. For heavy games with cache (for example PUBG or Call of Duty), deleting can free up 2-3 GB of space at once. This is the most effective way to quickly get the required volume.
It is also worth paying attention to the pre-installed software, which is often called “bloatware”. Although system applications Samsung or Google cannot be completely removed without root access, many of them can be disable. Disabling hides the application from the menu and stops its processes, which indirectly helps the system work easier, although the space is freed up slightly.
☑️ Application audit
Remember that deleting an application erases all its local data. If the app contains important information that you have not synchronized with the cloud, make a backup copy before uninstalling.
Cleaning the Downloads folder and junk files
The (Downloads) folder is a “black hole” in the memory of many smartphones. PDF documents, application installation files are automatically saved here ( Download (Downloads) is the memory black hole of many smartphones. PDF documents and application installation files are automatically saved here (.apk), pictures from browsers and attachments from mail. Over time, this directory can grow to unacceptable sizes.
Use a file manager My files and go to the section Downloads. Sort files by size or date. You'd be surprised how many old software installers are out there. Any file with the extension .apkthat is already installed on your Samsung A01can be safely deleted - it is no longer needed for the application to work.
- 🗑️ Deleted Recycle Bins: Don't forget to empty the trash in the application "Gallery" and "My Files". Deleted files are stored there for another 30 days, continuing to take up space.
- 📄 Documents: Old receipts, tickets and instructions in PDF format are often forgotten, but add up to a lot of weight.
- 🎵 Audio: Check folder with music files, perhaps there are tracks there that you no longer listen to.
Also check the folder Bluetoothif you have ever received files using this protocol. Random pictures or videos often accumulate there, sent by friends that you no longer need.
⚠️ Attention: Be careful when deleting files from the folder Android/data manually. Deleting the wrong folders can result in game settings being reset or loss of progress.
Set a rule: once a month, go to the “Downloads” folder and delete everything that is older than 30 days. This will become a useful habit for the owner of a budget smartphone.
Optimizing camera and messenger settings
High-quality photos and videos take up a lot of space, and for Samsung A01 with its modest volume this is more important than ever. You can optimize your camera settings to shoot in a more compact format without much loss of visible quality for social networks.
Open the application Camera, click on the settings gear. Try changing the video resolution from FHD (1920x1080) to HD (1280x720). The difference in quality on a small phone screen is almost unnoticeable, but the file size will be reduced by 2-3 times. Also disable the function Save RAW copies or mode Scenesif they are active, as they create duplicate pictures.
In instant messengers, especially in WhatsApp i Telegram, disable autosaving of media to the gallery. In the chat settings, find the item Media visibility and disable it. This will prevent duplication of received images: they will remain inside the messenger, but will not be copied to the general phone gallery, saving space.
Regular cleaning of memory on Samsung Galaxy A01 requires an integrated approach. The combination of using an SD card, clearing the cache and controlling downloaded files will allow you to comfortably use your smartphone even with a small amount of built-in memory.
Changing video quality settings and disabling autosave in messengers can save up to 40% of space in the long run.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is it possible to transfer all applications to an SD card on Samsung A01?
Unfortunately, no. Modern versions of Android and Google's security policies limit the ability to completely transfer applications to external media. Only media files (photos, videos, music) and data from some specific apps can be transferred to the card, but system and most popular applications must remain in the internal memory for stable operation.
Why was the space not freed up after deleting the files?
Most likely, the files ended up in the Trash. In the Gallery and My Files apps, deleted items are retained for 30 days before being permanently erased. Go to the settings of these applications, find the “Trash” section and empty it manually to free up space instantly.
Is it safe to use third-party cleaning apps like Clean Master?
It is not recommended to use them. The built-in tools Samsung are quite sufficient. Third-party “cleaners” often take up space themselves, show intrusive ads and can aggressively close the necessary background processes, which speeds up battery drain and slows down operation. Samsung A01.
What should I do if the system says “Memory full” even though I have deleted everything?
Try to restart the device. Sometimes file indexing in Android fails and the system displays the wrong amount of free space. A reboot updates the file table. If the problem persists, check the folder Android/data for the presence of a cache of deleted applications.
How to find out what exactly is taking up the most space?
Go to Settings → Device Maintenance → Memory. Click on the button Analyze (or just wait until scanning is completed). The system will show a detailed diagram where it will be highlighted in color how much space is occupied by applications, images, videos, audio and other files.