Updates fail due lack of space

[kevinb711]

I seem to be having a problem when new CC updates come out.  Though I have a 250GB C drive, it seems to have filled up quickly due to CC updates.  I was not able to do last update due to shortage of space.  From what I understand Adobe has to be on the C drive.   I have cleared out documents etc. but CC seems to fill it up.  Any suggestions to remedy this?  

Thanks much,

Kevin

[kglad · Accepted solution]

do you have another hard drive?

if so, uninstall (https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-remove-app.html) the adobe programs and reinstall on that other hard drive (open the cc desktop app>file>preferences>apps>install location).  also, publish/save your production files on that other hard drive.

[kevinb711]

So if  understand correctly, I can maintain the CC app on then C drive, uninstall the program apps indiviudally and then download them again on another drive.  I'm thinking of using a 1TB solid state drive for the apps.  I also think you are saying put my project files to that new drive as well?

This should give my C drive some breathing room and manaage my apps better.  Thank you kglad!

[kglad]

you're welcome and yes, you understand correctly (and don't forget to uninstall the already installed adobe programs on your c drive before trying to reinstall on your new 1 tb drive).

[kevinb711]

Just a caveat for moving though....I uninstalled Fuse CC which is no longer supported, so can't re-install.  Any discontinued apps may have to stay put or you will lose them.

[Peru Bob]

It would be best to get a larger C drive.

Windows updates will eat up space too.

[kevinb711]

I may eventually update the C drive but I think I cna buy some time putting the program apps on another drive.  Thanks Peru Bob!