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hello, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
Much appreciated, Thank you for that it really means a lot. I try my best to make my videos very simple and easy to understand. Glad it worked for you, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Apps are mostly self contained (when you right click on an app you can see it's actually a folder with a bunch of files inside) however what you didn't touch on is the folder application support in Library a lot of applications keep part of their code in there this is not getting moved when you move an app.
The larger portion of the App is being moved along with all your data to the SSD. Anything stored in Library is just things the OS needs to run the App I would assume, which doesn't take up much space. 👍💪
Just setting up my new Mac Mini M1 and found out that the 1Tb SSD I ordered wouldn't play nice with my internal Mini memory. I was worried about not having enough memory space but now I know I can move many of my applications over to my external SSD easily. This guy is "The Man" when it comes to explaining things that a medium level or lower operator can understand. Please keep up the good work.
Thank you very much for the kind words, definitely made my day. 💯🙏 I’m always happy to help, the aim is always to make my content so that things are easy to understand for everyone. Tech doesn’t have to be complicated. 👍💪
This is a little off topic. I've been able to move many apps to the external ssd. And they work fine. An issue I am having and I don't believe it's related to me now running a mac mini with the external ssd is that when someone sends me photos in mac messenger by the next day the photos are gone and I only have a gray meme that looks like a piece of paper with one folded corner. I don't have that issue on my iPad or my old iMac that I used the mini to to replace. Any ideas?
hello mate, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
Nice, Congrats! Which M1 Mac Mini did you get? It’s a great computer, you’ll enjoy it especially if you’re an iPhone user. Sure thing, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
@@LamarMK i got 16gb + 1tb + education bundle apps (education price) as i am graphic designer & casual video editor. I’m also using iphone 11 pro max. I used photoshop + premier pro + after effect for my work & as a freelancer. Never use final cut pro so got some learning to do.
looks slow but I ran out of space and deleted everything except apps. I have only 128 gig on board Hard drive. would it be faster if I use a faster external hard drive?
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@@LamarMK bro what if i wanna do the same thing with apple air? plug an external ssd and do the same thing? using for application ecc??? to extend the storage?
First of all Great content bro and to the point without wasting anyone's time🔥🔥....I did have one question that lets say I run apps to external ssd and unplug it after use so the next time I want to use the apps I just plug in the ssd and the apps are good to use again?? Like no extra work?
Thanks, glad you appreciate it! Yup, just plug it in and you’re good. Once you install the Apps to the external SSD, they remain there until you remove them. 👍💪
@@LamarMK O' boy can not wait to see if they release a 14" MacBook Pro with an upgraded chip - so cool..... Love your vids man keep up the great work....
@@markockwell That would be very cool if they do. Hopefully there’s little to no bezel. Thanks man, appreciate all the support you continue to show me. 👍💪
Thanks for the video! I have a question: are the apps reactive when installed on an external SSD? Or slower when compared to an app installed directly on the Mac?
Do you think it makes sense to install OS from scratch to external drive if your 8/256 Mac (Mini) is heavily swapping? Our in this case OS performance would be compromised even if it’s installed on fast nvm drive connected over thunderbolt interface?
I think it’s best to leave the OS on the internal drive. I’d try running the apps from the external drive and see how things perform over a week or so.
hello guys, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
@Lamar MK--thanks for sharing this simple video. Is it necessary to truly erase the drive I want to use? Or, should I simply purchase a new external HD? I have a MacBook Pro and want to install my Office 365 onto my external drive vs. laptop. The drive I want to use has needed information that I'd prefer not to delete.
You're welcome. If the drive is already working on your Mac with your files on it, try to install the app to it without erasing it and see if it works.
M1 Pro max 16. Haven’t tried others. Hey how is the reading speed doing it this way. I’d love to move all my apps to an external but I’m afraid apps like unreal will be slow
As long as you get a fast enough external ssd you should be fine. If you want faster speeds you can look into some of the Thunderbolt Drives, I have some videos on those as well. 👍💪
These videos are AMAZING. I just purchased my M1 Mac mini - which I love, but the memory is already being eaten up! I am going to get the hub and the external drive and follow your instructions step by step. I had been wondering about installing apps on an external drive, but have been unable to find the answer until now. 2 questions: How can I use FCPX on my main drive, but keep the clips on the external. I already export the finished vids to the cloud, but I'm not sure where all the imported footage 'lives'. Can I use Garage Band on the internal drive, but keep the instruments on the external? they eat up memory like crazy. Thank you again for your video.
Thanks, Glad you Love them. I use Final Cut Pro as well, simply transfer your clips to the external drive, start a new project in final cut and import those clips from the external drive. Whichever app you're using you can always save/import your files directly from the external drive. 👍💪
Thank you so much it is so helpful ... i have a question : can you tell me if we move app downloading from the Mac app will we have a problem with the update from the mac app store ( i mean will we still have the automatique updates ) ? Thanks so much
You’re welcome! I’ve never tried to update an App From the App Store. I would say try it out and when an update comes out try to update it and see if it works.
My first macbook (my first ever apple product) will come in few days and I'm curious how to install the apps in external drive since i bought 256GB (512 is out of order) and your video is so excellent. Can't wait to get mine and try it out.
Great Video. i was thinking of ways to clone my new MI Mac mini but found out it is not possible. I only wanted to clone it in order to load the many programs I had from my previous Mac Mini. But my new Mac Mini MI has only 256GB of memory. Installing apps on an external drive allows me to load my programs and not take up space on the Mac Main drive. Thank you Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much! Subscribed to you channel. All the best to you!
All this is great! but when you have to make an update of your apps (lets say Adobe premiere Pro) How do you do it from the SSD??? Or do I need to install the app and redo this procedure each Time I want any updates?)
I haven't tried that. Whenever an App update is available try to update it and see what it says. If it doesn't update then you might have to download the updated version and redo the procedure.
Thanks for great video. But can you help me how to unmout (eject) the external SSD properly? Because i've got the notification that says "one or more programs may be using it".
Never tried, but an App is an App so I think it should work just the same. Try with a Pre-Installed App that you don’t really use and see if it works. 👍💪
@@LamarMK Thats good to know as older mac OS some apps had to be on the mother Hard drive to install i seem to remember and was worried it might be the same for the new Gen macs
Explained it really well but I have one doubt. Is it okay to remove the External SSD at times and only when you need to use that certain app that's stored externally you can just plug it in and run? I'm planning on grabbing the 256gb M1 MBA and I know the storage won't be enough. The method you just said will work but will sacrifice a bit on portability, that's why I'm curious to know if it's possible to disconnect the SSD when you don't need that moved app and whenever you need it, just plug it in... This will work right?
Thanks! Yes, you can disconnect and reconnect the SSD whenever you plan to use the App. Just do the proper steps and eject the drive first before unplugging it. 👍💪
Great video, thanks. I have a question and I hope it can be resolved easily, lol. I have a MacBook Air M2. This is my very first Mac, as I have only used pc's in the past. I am using a Crucial 4.0 NVMe M2 2TB ssd with an ACASIS enclosure for added memory. The external drive is formatted APFS. Write speed is running at 1689 and read speed is 2616 according to Black Magic app. I have the Prime Video app downloaded to the external drive and it functions great. The issue is, when I download my purchased movies, they are being saved to my internal ssd as I can see my used space going up fast on it and my external drive is staying the same. Is there a setting I'm missing to make the app save the movies to the external drive?
You’re welcome, glad you appreciate it. When downloading the movies does it give you an option to choose the destination to save it to? Try to go inside the App settings as well and see if you can update the save path to the external drive.
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hello, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
@@im_Ashutosh Yes.
If you click command and drag apps it will permanently move the app as opposed to copying it. Works on all files.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing that tip. It works like a charm. 😁👍💪
@@LamarMK You can also copy(Cmd + C) and while pasting press Cmd+Option+V instead of the regular Cmd+V. That cuts and pastes it instead of copying it
@@GokulRG Awesome stuff! Thanks for sharing this with all of us, glad to have you on the channel. 💯👍💪
I yelled at the screen "MOVE!!!" 😂
😂😂😂
THIS GUY HAS ONE OF THE MOST SIMPLISTIC EXPLAINING STYLES! easily installed and partitioned my ssd! Great work bro!
Much appreciated, Thank you for that it really means a lot. I try my best to make my videos very simple and easy to understand. Glad it worked for you, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Apps are mostly self contained (when you right click on an app you can see it's actually a folder with a bunch of files inside) however what you didn't touch on is the folder application support in Library a lot of applications keep part of their code in there this is not getting moved when you move an app.
The larger portion of the App is being moved along with all your data to the SSD. Anything stored in Library is just things the OS needs to run the App I would assume, which doesn't take up much space. 👍💪
Dude the hugest thank you!!!!
This saves me so much money!
You're welcome man! Glad the video was helpful, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Straight to the point and very well explained vídeo. Thank you from Brazil!
Thanks! You’re welcome. 💪👍
Lamar, thank you for a straight to the point and well explained video, saved me a lot of time.
You’re welcome, Terry! Glad you appreciate it, I try to make all my videos straight to the point and not waste peoples time. 💯👍💪
Thank you for the excellent tutorial. I thought it was going to be complicated to install an app to external storage. It was a piece of cake!
You’re welcome! Glad the video made it easy for you. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Great stuff! Straight to the point. Loving your videos, subscribed.
Thank you, glad you appreciate it. 💪
Been procastianting on doing this for my laptop, look at how easy it was lol! Thank you!
Haha! You’re welcome, glad to help. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
I don’t have anything mac but I’m seriously looking at the Mac mini M1 as my first.
It’s great, you’ll definitely enjoy it. 👍💪 Which model are you planning on getting?
Mac mini for sure! I'm about to start gaming on mine so I"m really excited. Great step by step!
It's my favorite as well. Which games will you play? I've been gaming on it with Stadia. Thank you! 👍💪
@@LamarMK I'm going to be trying out Stadia as well. I've been dying to play Cyberpunk!
@@amandabarrows5980 Oh nice! I really need to try out that game too. The graphics are amazing! 😁
Just setting up my new Mac Mini M1 and found out that the 1Tb SSD I ordered wouldn't play nice with my internal Mini memory. I was worried about not having enough memory space but now I know I can move many of my applications over to my external SSD easily. This guy is "The Man" when it comes to explaining things that a medium level or lower operator can understand. Please keep up the good work.
Thank you very much for the kind words, definitely made my day. 💯🙏 I’m always happy to help, the aim is always to make my content so that things are easy to understand for everyone. Tech doesn’t have to be complicated. 👍💪
@@LamarMK You are surely welcome. Credit where credit is due. Keep up the great work. Praying you have a great weekend.
@@kodakfuji Thank you, same to you. 🙏👍💪
This is a little off topic. I've been able to move many apps to the external ssd. And they work fine. An issue I am having and I don't believe it's related to me now running a mac mini with the external ssd is that when someone sends me photos in mac messenger by the next day the photos are gone and I only have a gray meme that looks like a piece of paper with one folded corner. I don't have that issue on my iPad or my old iMac that I used the mini to to replace. Any ideas?
WAIT so you install the software first on the Mac HD and then click and drag to the external SSD? That's it?
just installed my 2TB samsung 870 thanks to you no issues and ready to go! thanks for your time in creating this video!
hello mate, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
Just ordered mac mini m1! Excited to use it as this is my first ever mac. Keep the mac tips coming.
Nice, Congrats! Which M1 Mac Mini did you get? It’s a great computer, you’ll enjoy it especially if you’re an iPhone user. Sure thing, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
@@LamarMK i got 16gb + 1tb + education bundle apps (education price) as i am graphic designer & casual video editor. I’m also using iphone 11 pro max. I used photoshop + premier pro + after effect for my work & as a freelancer. Never use final cut pro so got some learning to do.
@@paanhalim That’s nice! Full future proof device. It should definitely boost your productivity. I think I only used Final Cut Pro once lol. 😁
The best video I’ve seen on this kinda thing. Peace out bro.
Haha! 😁 Thanks Bro, I appreciate it. 👍💪
Very Nice!
💯💯💯
Looking at how easy this is confirms that I will be just fine getting the 256GB Mac Mini.
Yup! 👍💪
Thank you Lamar for the very informational video, also the hiding of the drive from the desktop, I needed that!
You’re welcome, happy to help. Be sure to subscribe and check out my other videos. 👍💪
Mac mini is my favorite out of the M1 bunch. But I'm waiting for the 16inch.
Nice! The M1 Mac Mini is my favorite also. I think the 16" MacBook Pro is gonna be really good. It might even get a redesign.
@@LamarMK I'm hoping it does
@@jamoiwatson8786 Yeah, I’d definitely have to get one to test the performance and create videos for the channel. 😁
Doesn't work for xcode if anyone was wondering
That’s the clearest explanation ever. Thank u
You’re welcome. I try my best to make things simple and easy to understand. 💯👍💪
looks slow but I ran out of space and deleted everything except apps. I have only 128 gig on board Hard drive. would it be faster if I use a faster external hard drive?
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I have already subscribed ;)
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You can clone your main drive before you actually start and then use the SSD or whatever external SSD as your main boot drive
@@WesleyClouden Nice! Thanks for sharing that information. 👍💪
amazing!!!
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@@LamarMK bro what if i wanna do the same thing with apple air? plug an external ssd and do the same thing? using for application ecc??? to extend the storage?
Just found your channel. Excellent clear "plain speak" instruction .
Thank you very much! I’m glad you appreciate the content. I try my best to make them as simple as possible so everyone can understand. 👍💪
Thank you so much! This actually helped me with Linux!
You're welcome! That's amazing, glad to help. 👍💪
Superb! Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Thank you! You’re welcome, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Finally a Mac with reasonable specs for price
True! 👍💪
@@LamarMK let me take that back. I wouldn’t even say reasonable, I think they gave us more than what we payed for, Lol.
@@hawkeyeaerialphotography6652 Haha true! When I saw the specs, I immediately skipped over the others and bought the M1 Mac Mini lol. 😁
You are GOOD !!
Thank You! 👍💪
Great video; exactly what I wanted to know!! 🙂
Thanks! You’re welcome. 👍
Thanks 100000x nobody else knew what I was talking about Thanks thanks and Thanks 🙏🏾
You’re welcome, happy to help. Stay tuned for more. 😁👍💪
This video is awesome! Thanks for a great explanation!
You’re welcome. Glad you found it helpful. 👍💪
Keep it coming brother
Thanks Brother! 👍💪
Thanks a lot MK keep up the good work
Thanks, Dayo. 👍💪
Like the instructions . Very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
thanks for this. trying to save some space since I messed up and bought the 250 gb m1
You’re welcome! Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Thanks bro🎉
You’re welcome! 👍💪
You a genius big bruh
Thanks bro, that definitely made my day! 💯👍💪
Macbook pro m1 14 inch is my favorite
Nice! I got one, did you see my videos on it?
Thank you so much!!! working 100%!!
You’re welcome. Happy to Help. 👍💪💯
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First of all Great content bro and to the point without wasting anyone's time🔥🔥....I did have one question that lets say I run apps to external ssd and unplug it after use so the next time I want to use the apps I just plug in the ssd and the apps are good to use again?? Like no extra work?
Thanks, glad you appreciate it! Yup, just plug it in and you’re good. Once you install the Apps to the external SSD, they remain there until you remove them. 👍💪
A Big thank YOU it is exactly what i needed!!!
You’re welcome! Glad the video was helpful. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Has got to be the M1 Mac Mini all the way - "Little speed Demon"
Haha, the M1 Mac Mini is my favorite. Super Fast Performance!
@@LamarMK O' boy can not wait to see if they release a 14" MacBook Pro with an upgraded chip - so cool..... Love your vids man keep up the great work....
@@markockwell That would be very cool if they do. Hopefully there’s little to no bezel. Thanks man, appreciate all the support you continue to show me. 👍💪
Thanks. Just one doubt....Will this work if I remove the hard disk and plug it in when needed??
You're welcome. You can unplug the drive and plug it back in as needed.
Thank you for making such a wonderful tutorial.
Glad you like it! 👍
thank you. Well explained!
You’re welcome! Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
About your video, you might want to test the software on the external "before" you delete it on the Mac.
Thanks for the suggestion 👍! Yeah, it’s a good idea to make sure the apps open and functions properly before you delete it from the internal SSD. 💪
Thank you you helped me soo much, gained a new sub for mean, blessing.
Glad I was able to help. Thanks for the support, Bless up. 💯👍💪
Thanks for the video! I have a question: are the apps reactive when installed on an external SSD? Or slower when compared to an app installed directly on the Mac?
You’re welcome. I haven’t noticed any difference in every day performance.
Do you think it makes sense to install OS from scratch to external drive if your 8/256 Mac (Mini) is heavily swapping?
Our in this case OS performance would be compromised even if it’s installed on fast nvm drive connected over thunderbolt interface?
I think it’s best to leave the OS on the internal drive. I’d try running the apps from the external drive and see how things perform over a week or so.
Thanks. Easy to understand and helpful.
You’re welcome, glad you found the video helpful. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Thank you for the info😊
You're welcome. 👍
Just bought a MacBook Air M1, main use will be for photography, Sandisk 1TB external SSD arriving later today.
Nice, congrats. What are the specs of your M1 Air? That’s a great choice, I’m a big fan of cheaper external storage. 👍💪
@@LamarMK 2020 Apple MacBook Air with Apple M1 Chip (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) - Silver and the new version of SanDisk Portable SSD 1TB.
@@37jerrysurfingNice! Base model works great. My M1 Mac Mini is the base model. 👍💪
Awesome and easy explanation. Thank you!
Thank you, you’re welcome! Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
I would have to say the M1 Mac mini is my favorite, I have a 2012 mini now and it’s still a champ. I wish they still had 4 lightning ports
The M1 Mac Mini is definitely my favorite M1 Mac also. More ports would have definitely been great. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
usb-c*
@@adinhamid9369 thunderbolt is what I meant
hello guys, I just have a one question here, once we complete all this steps shown on the video, and install applications on ssd, I can also create a separate folder and store media right, I mean simultaneously I can install apps also store media files right
Yes, you can choose to store all your media files to the external drive.
Amazing Tips!
Thanks, glad you appreciate them. 👍💪
İ tought i have to sell my m1 mbp because i have 256 gb storage but now i dont have to worry ,Thank youuuu🥰🥰
Haha, you’re welcome. Glad to help. 👍💪
This is awesome. Now I just need to upgrade RAM to 16GB. Great video
Glad you like it! Thanks, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Thank you very much I learned a lot from you
You’re welcome! Glad you were able to learn a lot from my videos. Stay tuned for more. 💯👍💪
MAN! you saved my life
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when we unplug the sdd and plug it back in, do we need to re-install it?
No, the Apps will stay on there unless you delete it. 👍💪
Thank you for making this video. This really puts me at ease. Sub''d
Happy to help! Thanks for the support. 👍💪
@Lamar MK--thanks for sharing this simple video. Is it necessary to truly erase the drive I want to use? Or, should I simply purchase a new external HD? I have a MacBook Pro and want to install my Office 365 onto my external drive vs. laptop. The drive I want to use has needed information that I'd prefer not to delete.
You're welcome. If the drive is already working on your Mac with your files on it, try to install the app to it without erasing it and see if it works.
Excelent video. Thanks
You’re welcome, glad you like it! Stay tuned for more. 💯👍💪
Great video thanks
Thanks! You're welcome! 👍
Thank you very much brother👍🏾
You’re welcome. 👍💪
M1 Pro max 16. Haven’t tried others. Hey how is the reading speed doing it this way. I’d love to move all my apps to an external but I’m afraid apps like unreal will be slow
As long as you get a fast enough external ssd you should be fine. If you want faster speeds you can look into some of the Thunderbolt Drives, I have some videos on those as well. 👍💪
These videos are AMAZING. I just purchased my M1 Mac mini - which I love, but the memory is already being eaten up! I am going to get the hub and the external drive and follow your instructions step by step. I had been wondering about installing apps on an external drive, but have been unable to find the answer until now. 2 questions:
How can I use FCPX on my main drive, but keep the clips on the external. I already export the finished vids to the cloud, but I'm not sure where all the imported footage 'lives'.
Can I use Garage Band on the internal drive, but keep the instruments on the external? they eat up memory like crazy.
Thank you again for your video.
Thanks, Glad you Love them. I use Final Cut Pro as well, simply transfer your clips to the external drive, start a new project in final cut and import those clips from the external drive. Whichever app you're using you can always save/import your files directly from the external drive. 👍💪
Thank you so much it is so helpful ... i have a question : can you tell me if we move app downloading from the Mac app will we have a problem with the update from the mac app store ( i mean will we still have the automatique updates ) ? Thanks so much
You’re welcome! I’ve never tried to update an App From the App Store. I would say try it out and when an update comes out try to update it and see if it works.
Great tutorial. Subscribed.
Thanks, glad you appreciate it. 👍💪
Thank you Lamar
You’re welcome. Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Thanks .
You're welcome!
Thanks
You’re welcome! 👍
Thanks for this one.
You’re welcome! Stay tuned for more. 👍💪
Do you recommend buying the Mac mini m1 now or wait for the M1x mini that might get a bump on cores
I would still get the M1 Mac Mini now. Not sure when those New Macs will be released after they get announced. 👍💪
does this technique work with exfat??? not that i want my applications to work on PC but maybe i want to transfer other files to pc ...
I haven't tried, but if the format is compatible with windows and Mac then it should work.
My first macbook (my first ever apple product) will come in few days and I'm curious how to install the apps in external drive since i bought 256GB (512 is out of order) and your video is so excellent. Can't wait to get mine and try it out.
Awesome! Hopefully, it’s working out great for you so far. 👍💪
THANKS
You’re welcome, stay tuned for more. 👍💪
can i use this approach for my sdxc card plugged in sd slot of macbook pro 2015?
I think so, just not sure how fast it would be.
Great Video. i was thinking of ways to clone my new MI Mac mini but found out it is not possible. I only wanted to clone it in order to load the many programs I had from my previous Mac Mini. But my new Mac Mini MI has only 256GB of memory. Installing apps on an external drive allows me to load my programs and not take up space on the Mac Main drive. Thank you Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much! Subscribed to you channel. All the best to you!
Amazing! Glad to help. Thanks for the support. 👍💪
Very good thanks
You're welcome!
I had mac before but I never knew ho ez its to use external SSD
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All this is great! but when you have to make an update of your apps (lets say Adobe premiere Pro) How do you do it from the SSD??? Or do I need to install the app and redo this procedure each Time I want any updates?)
I haven't tried that. Whenever an App update is available try to update it and see what it says. If it doesn't update then you might have to download the updated version and redo the procedure.
what if we close the lid and disconnect the SSD ? Does it work when we plug in SSD and open macbook next time
Yes.
Thanks for great video. But can you help me how to unmout (eject) the external SSD properly? Because i've got the notification that says "one or more programs may be using it".
You’re welcome. If you get that message just choose to close the apps that are using it and try to eject it again.
Can you do the same with an app that was installed with the OS?
Never tried, but an App is an App so I think it should work just the same. Try with a Pre-Installed App that you don’t really use and see if it works. 👍💪
Hi did you try this and did it work moving the preinstalled mac apps
Does this work for Photoshop also ?Cause i have scratch disk problem on my MacBook🙏
Yes, should work just the same. 👍
Does the external ssd keep your log in information and all the personalized settings?
It should save the settings of the Apps that are transferred to it.
can the software move with ExFat instead of APFS? thank you.
I haven’t tried. Let me know if it works for you. 👍
what about the app store update? do the apps is still able to be updated through the app store?
I've never tried with an app that needed to be updated.
Cool subbed would it do the same with logic pro x and other music DAW ?
Thanks for the support. Yes, it should work with any Mac Apps that you would normally download and install. 👍💪
@@LamarMK Thats good to know as older mac OS some apps had to be on the mother Hard drive to install i seem to remember and was worried it might be the same for the new Gen macs
@@MRSTU1210 Oh ok, I think it’s different now with the new Apple Silicon Macs. Please let me know how it goes whenever you try it out. 👍💪
Thank you, well done. I just received the same external SSD for the same computer, now I know what to do with it. What are the chances? lol
You're welcome, thank you! Hahaha, that's funny! 😀
Explained it really well but I have one doubt. Is it okay to remove the External SSD at times and only when you need to use that certain app that's stored externally you can just plug it in and run? I'm planning on grabbing the 256gb M1 MBA and I know the storage won't be enough. The method you just said will work but will sacrifice a bit on portability, that's why I'm curious to know if it's possible to disconnect the SSD when you don't need that moved app and whenever you need it, just plug it in... This will work right?
Thanks! Yes, you can disconnect and reconnect the SSD whenever you plan to use the App. Just do the proper steps and eject the drive first before unplugging it. 👍💪
Hey thank you for the tutorial. I just wanted to ask if you know if this could work for games like the sims?
You're welcome. If it's available on Mac then it should be able to work the same. 👍
The only options im getting are, MS-DOS FAT, and, ExFat. What should I do?
Try exFAT and then go back and check if APFS shows up. 👍💪
Great video, thanks. I have a question and I hope it can be resolved easily, lol. I have a MacBook Air M2. This is my very first Mac, as I have only used pc's in the past. I am using a Crucial 4.0 NVMe M2 2TB ssd with an ACASIS enclosure for added memory. The external drive is formatted APFS. Write speed is running at 1689 and read speed is 2616 according to Black Magic app. I have the Prime Video app downloaded to the external drive and it functions great. The issue is, when I download my purchased movies, they are being saved to my internal ssd as I can see my used space going up fast on it and my external drive is staying the same. Is there a setting I'm missing to make the app save the movies to the external drive?
You’re welcome, glad you appreciate it. When downloading the movies does it give you an option to choose the destination to save it to? Try to go inside the App settings as well and see if you can update the save path to the external drive.
Can I do it on MacBook laptop please reply it is so important
Yes, you can on any M1 Mac. 👍💪