Hi everyone, I’ve noticed my Mac is full of duplicate files after uploading the same folders multiple times. Many of them have names like “(1)”, “(2)”, “(3)” added automatically, and they’re spread across different folders, not just one place.
Is there a quick and efficient way to find and delete these duplicate files in bulk instead of manually going through them one by one? I’m trying to clean up storage but don’t want to accidentally delete the wrong files.
You can start by using Finder search and typing “(1)” or “copy” in the search bar. Then sort results by name or kind, and you’ll quickly spot obvious duplicates without opening every folder.
A more organized way is to go into the main folders where you uploaded files, then sort everything by “Name” or “Date Added”. Since duplicates usually appear right next to the original files, you can compare them in batches and delete safely. It’s not fully automatic, but it reduces the risk of deleting something important.
If your duplicates are scattered across multiple folders, manual cleanup can get messy fast. In that case, a tool like iBoysoft Cleaner for Mac can help. You can download, install, and open iBoysoft Cleaner. Then, click Duplicate Finder, after that choose the places where you store your photos and click it. After the scanning, the duplicate files will list in the left side and you can pick the ones that you want to delete. Its scan based on actual content (not just names like “(1)” or “copy”), which can save a lot of time if your storage is already quite cluttered.