4 Ways to clear the cache of Safari on a Mac without affecting other data

The latest versions of Safari has hidden features that allow you to clean without removing the browser's cache with the story, a cookie and other site data. How and why to do it, read below.

With the removal of the cache in the first place, developers and people face that test sites. To force the download of new data from the server it is often necessary to clean the local cache. This is a very routine operation, but it can be made easier.

The first thing we need to include Developer menu. Go to the Safari settings, switch to the tab "Add-ons" and put a tick against the item "Show menu" Development "in the menu bar."

Routine cleaning of the cache

Now it remains only to open the menu "Development" and select "Clear cache." After a few seconds, Safari removes all cached files. Keep in mind that the browser will not issue any confirmation dialog and remove absolutely all caches.

Clear the cache by using shortcuts

The same can be done without Ryskov menu and calling the combination ⌥⌘E keys. Save time!

Cleaning and forced update a single page

When you need to clear the cache only for the selected page, the easiest way to take advantage of the familiar button updates. The secret is that it should press the Shift key to retention.

Deleting the cache from the Finder

Cached data, as well as any others, are in the depths of Mac file system, and you can delete them as normal files. All of them are stored in the form of database records SQlite, which you can view, edit and delete.

In the current version of OS X is located in the cache folder ~ / Library / Caches / com.apple. Safari /. Delete individual entries or the entire base is recommended only if you understand what you are doing. If not, it is better to use the methods given above.