How to read Cleanup Pro's system monitor without confusing RAM and storage
Cleanup Pro displays device-resource information alongside its cleaning tools. Storage and memory are different: deleting a photo can affect file storage, but it is not a promise of permanently lower RAM use.
App used in this guide: Cleanup Pro ↗
Before you begin
Decide which problem you are investigating. An almost-full photo library, a slow app and a weak network connection require different checks even when they occur on the same phone.
Step by step
- Open Cleanup Pro's system information or monitor area.
- Read each metric with its unit and category.
- Compare device storage with iPhone Storage in Settings when investigating files.
- Observe changing resource values over time rather than judging one isolated reading.
Check the result
Resource activity naturally changes as iOS and apps work. A high momentary reading does not establish that the phone needs a bulk photo deletion.
Limits and troubleshooting
The app does not remove every other app's cache, guarantee a faster device or replace iOS diagnostics. Use its file-review tools for files you control, and use the affected app or iPhone settings to investigate unrelated performance problems.
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Sources and further reading
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