How to Free Up Disc Space on MacBook

Are you running low on storage space on your MacBook? Don't worry, we're here to help you free up some disc space. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps to unmount a drive, fix a broken EFI partition, and enable your external hard drive manually.

Unmount a Drive in Mac

The easiest way to unmount a drive on your MacBook is to either drag it into the Trash, use the eject keys, disconnect the drive, or use one of the force eject methods. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Connect your external hard drive to your MacBook.

2. Open the Finder and navigate to Applications > Utilities > Terminal.

3. Type `df -h` in the terminal window and press Enter to see a list of mounted volumes.

4. Identify the volume you want to unmount and note its identifier.

Fix a Broken EFI Partition

If you're experiencing issues with your external hard drive not showing up on your MacBook, it may be due to a broken EFI partition. To fix this, follow these steps:

1. Connect your external hard drive to your MacBook.

2. Open Disk Utility in Applications > Utilities.

3. Select the external hard drive from the list of available volumes.

4. Click First Aid and select 'Verify' or 'Repair' depending on the issue you're experiencing.

Enable External Hard Drive Manually

If your external hard drive is connected and powered up but not showing up on your MacBook, you may need to enable it manually in Windows. To do this:

1. Connect your external hard drive to your MacBook.

2. Press `Windows` + `R` to open the Run dialogue.

3. Type `diskmgmt.msc` and press Enter to open Disk Management.

4. Select the external hard drive from the list of available volumes.

By following these steps, you should be able to unmount a drive, fix a broken EFI partition, and enable your external hard drive manually on your MacBook. Remember to always backup your files before making any changes to your system. If you're still experiencing issues, it may be worth considering contacting Apple Support for further assistance.

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