If you are looking to free up some storage space on your PS5 or simply tidy up your saved game data, it’s important to know how to effectively delete save data on your console. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to easily manage your saved data on your PS5.
Step 1: Access Settings
The first step is to navigate to the Settings menu on your PS5 console. You can easily access the Settings menu by selecting the gear-shaped icon located on the top right corner of the home screen.
Step 2: Manage Saved Data
Once you are in the Settings menu, scroll down and locate the “Saved Data and Game/App Settings” option. Click on it to proceed to the next step in managing your saved data on the PS5.
Step 3: Select Saved Data
Under the “Saved Data and Game/App Settings” menu, you will find two options: “Saved Data (PS5)” and “Saved Data (PS4).” Choose the appropriate option based on the type of saved data you want to delete.
Step 4: Choose Storage
After selecting the saved data type, choose “Console Storage” to view the saved files stored on your PS5. This will allow you to see a list of all the saved data files on your console.
Step 5: Delete Save Data
Tick the box next to the specific files you want to delete from your saved data list. Once you have selected all the files you wish to remove, click on the “Delete” option to permanently delete the selected save data from your PS5.
Step 6: Confirmation
After selecting the “Delete” option, you will be prompted to confirm the action. Confirm the deletion by selecting “Yes” to remove the selected save data from your console.
Step 7: Free Up Storage Space
By following these simple steps, you can effectively manage your saved data on your PS5 and free up valuable storage space on your console. Regularly deleting unnecessary save data can help optimize your gaming experience on the PS5.
