This handy feature can be used across multiple Apple devicesMacs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs.

Below, we’ll show you how to enable and configure content caching on your Mac.

But before that, let’s quickly go over this feature so that you understand exactly how it works.

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What Is Content Caching?

Content caching is an Apple feature that speeds up Apple software and iCloud downloads.

you’re able to enjoy this feature by enabling it on your Mac.

Schematic diagram with a bunch of Apple devices showing content caching in macOS

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It’s advisable to set up content caching on a Mac that uses a single wired Ethernet connection.

However, it’s also fine if your Mac uses a Wi-Fi connection.

AnEthernet connection is faster than Wi-Fiand, thus, preferable.

Screenshot of Content Caching popup menu

you’re free to then download it from the Mac on another client, like your iPad.

And you’re free to alwaysfree up space on your Macif you should probably.

If you don’t, the cached content will still appear but will take longer.

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To disable content caching on your Mac, return to theSharingmenu and toggle offContentCaching.

This storage location provides a fixed amount of storage for data on the gear.

If you’vecreated another volume on your Mac, you’re free to store cached content there instead.

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you might prevent this by setting a high cache size limit.

To keep track of content cache activity on your Mac, useActivity Monitor.