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# Why do I see the low disk space warning on the Mac app?

When recording with the Tella Mac app, you may see a warning that your disk space is running low. Here's why this happens and how to fix it.

## Why does Tella need disk space?

When you record a video, Tella temporarily saves the video file to your Mac's local storage before uploading it to the cloud. Longer recordings and higher quality settings require more disk space.

## How much space do I need?

We recommend having at least **5-10 GB of free space** before recording. The exact amount depends on:

* Recording length

* Video quality settings

* Whether you're recording screen, camera, or both

## How to free up disk space

1. **Empty your trash**: Right-click the Trash icon in your Dock and select "Empty Trash"

2. **Delete old downloads**: Check your Downloads folder for files you no longer need

3. **Use storage management**: Go to Apple menu → About This Mac → Storage → Manage to see recommendations

4. **Clear browser cache**: Browsers can accumulate gigabytes of cached data over time

## What happens if I ignore the warning?

If your disk runs out of space during recording:

* Your recording may stop unexpectedly

* The video file may be corrupted or incomplete

* You may lose your recording

We strongly recommend freeing up space before starting important recordings.

## Where does Tella store temporary files?

Tella stores temporary recording files in your Mac's standard temporary directory. These files are automatically cleaned up after your video uploads successfully.