Mac Empty Trash App

Super Empty Trash is a simple AppleScript applet that will empty the Trash with administrator privileges. In order to do that the user has to be an Administrator, or at least listed in /etc/sudoers file. In case of multiple volumes the user is prompted in order to choose volume (s) to be considered. This can be very useful in case of selective deletion or removable media (like flash drives).

There are two types of computer users: one who can’t tolerate the filled trash can icon and others who don’t care! For the former kinds, theBin offers an effective alternative for managing the content of their bin. The makers of theBin Mac App address the app as the next generation of trash bin.

This statement got me quite intrigued as to what would be a trash-can upgrade entail. Do I need such an app, doesn’t the job involve just two commands? Send to the trash and empty trash. Quite like I have many questions, let’s figure out the answers together:

theBin Mac App Review – Better Way to Manage the Trash

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Keeping my trash well-organized does sound smart. But there are a lot of how’s, why’s and what’s running in my mind. Assuming you are on the same page, let’s find the answers together.

Why Would You Need theBin?

We all know the essential role of Trash and are pretty satisfied with how it works. theBin sets out to jazz up the basic functions along with some great features as well, such as auto-cleanup, auto-compression, duplicate files management, and dark mode support, among others.

Yes! You can schedule your Mac to automatically empty trash. But the feature comes with just one option for 30 days. Whereas theBin can auto-clean after a day, week, or in a month.

Moreover, just sending files to trash doesn’t erase them; they still occupy their respective storage on the disk. Even when deleted, the said files remain on the hard drive until other files overwrite it.

The auto-compression of this smart app helps you save that space by reducing the file size as much as possible. For instance, I just deleted a 1.07 GB folder, and theBin has compressed it to 802 MB (the compression level is set to Slowest.)

While not monumental in this instance, what if you create GBs of junk daily? theBin also boasts duplicate management as well, wherein it merges duplicates to save more space for you.

Other Notable Features of theBin

Initially, this felt like the next level of OCD; however, with usage, it did make my life simpler, albeit by a fraction. For one, the apps auto-migration feature saves me from performing dual jobs.

The moment I delete a file, it automatically transfers into theBin immediately. Another feature that I found excellent is the app’s ability to resolve issues automatically.

At times when a file is locked, in use, or due to some other issue, it cannot be deleted. theBin has thought of that as well and is fully capable of finding and resolving the problem.

Further, unlike the regular trash can, the app avoids name conflicts. Even if there is a collision, original file names are maintained.

A Merit or a Demerit: Can’t Decide

What I felt lacking in the app is the put-back option. When you use Mac’s Trash Bin and restore an item, it stores back to its original location.

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theBin does the opposite, by giving you the choice of restoring the file wherever you want. And here’s the problem, I can’t decide whether I am happy or frustrated with options.

Maybe the app can carry both the options in the next update. Another issue is the Summary option; it does offer the file name, size, kind, and deleted date, but not location. When I have multiple files in the bin, knowing their origin could help me find the exact data.

Final Verdict

What I like most about the app is the interface of the app. You would love how simple yet intuitive the app is, and it comes with an interactive tutorial as well.

In all honesty, I liked the concept of the app, but I wasn’t blown away by it. The app might not be that handy if you are a regular user, but if you are a Pro, then this is a gem you should try, especially if you are micro-manager and have truckloads of trash within days.

Price: $9.99
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And before we sign off, there’s great news! theBin is currently offering a limited time period 40% off. So hurry up!!

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Any deleted files on Mac would be moved to Trash folder, the user can then decide whether to restore the deleted files or erase them permanently. While emptying the Trash, you might have come across a few files that would not get deleted. This could be because the files might be in use with other application, corrupted file or various other reasons. No matter what the reason is, below are few ways which will help you on emptying the Trash. By following the steps mention in the article below, you will be able to empty trash on MacDifferent Ways to Empty Trash Bin on Your Mac

Method 1:Check If the File is Still in Use

When emptying the Trash, if you get ‘File in Use’ error then try to close the app which is using the file. In such cases, try closing all the running apps running in the back ground. This will ensure that the file is not being used by any app. Now go back to Trash and try emptying it. If it still doesn’t, move to the next method.

Method 2: Restart Mac on Safe Mode

The file that you are trying to delete might be in use by another application, making it difficult for you to empty Trash. Reboot the Mac in Safe Mode and clear Trash as shown below

  • Reboot your Mac, press and hold the Shift key, as you do so you will find Apple logo appear on the screen
  • Once the login screen appears release the shift key and login to the computer
  • After booting into the Safe Mode, open Trash and then click on Empty

Method 3: Empty the Stubborn Trash

This is another method to empty the trash. Sometimes, the files may be locked hence, you are unable to empty the Trash bin. Hold down the Option key then go to Finder, then empty Trash. This should definitely help you in cleaning the Trash as the Option key invokes Mac ‘Force Empty’ feature to bypass all the locked files and removes every other item residing in your Trash.

Note: Files deleted from Trash using this method cannot be restored again. So be careful about what files you are removing. In case, you want to restore files deleted from Trash on Mac, you can use a reliable third-party software like Remo Recover Mac. The software scans and retrieves back all your files from Mac Trash on any macOS like Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, etc.

Method 4: Repair the disk before emptying the Trash

If you are unable to empty Trash on Mac, there can be possibility of corruption on the disk that might be preventing the deletion. Try the below steps to repair the disk and then delete the files.

    • Restart Mac and hold Command+R as the system starts
    • In the macOS Utilities window select Disk Utility and click on Continue
    • Select the disk from which the files need to be deleted and then click on First Aid to start the repair process
    • After completion of the repair process restart your Mac and empty the Trash

Method 5: Empty Trash Bin on Mac Using Terminal

Use this method only when all the above-mentioned fixes fail. As this process will delete all the locked files without any alert message. So be careful with the command and do exactly what is given below:

sudo rm -rf ~/.Trash/*

This was used earlier, but it does not work on Sierra or El Capitan. If your OS X is 10.10 or above, follow below mentioned steps.

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Step 1: Open Terminal on your Mac.

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Step 2: Now type this command followed by a space and DO NOT PRESS ENTER AFTERWARD.

“sudo rm –R ”

Please note that the command will not work if you don’t add space after R.

Step 3: Control-click Trash from the Dock.

Step 4: Select all the files in the Trash Bin

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Step 5: Drag and Drop the files into Terminal window. This will create the path to each file to remove command which you entered earlier.

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Step 6: Now press Enter.

Step 7: Enter your Admin password to continue the process. The password you enter will not be visible. It appears as if nothing has changed.

Step 8: Now press Enter again.

The deleting process will start and take couple of minutes or more depending on the files size.

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Conclusion

Now you have your Trash emptied of the stubborn files and folders which wouldn’t have deleted just like that. And remember files deleted using Terminal will not be restored and be extra cautious while selecting the files from Trash. If you need any help in restoring files from Trash or otherwise, you can refer the above-mentioned link.