If you’re trying to add a new channel to your Roku device but you’re still getting the “Out of Space” error, this could be the device’s way of telling you it’s overdue for a quick cleanup. Since these streaming devices don’t come with a lot of internal storage space (from 512MB to 4GB), it doesn’t take much to fully max them out. Downloading too many channels (also known as apps) and leaving them unused on the home screen will quickly eat up the last megabyte you have, just like it would on your smartphone. Luckily, freeing up space is easy no matter what Roku streaming device you have, and you don’t need any technical skills to do it.
Roku makes it easy to locate and delete any apps you no longer want. To delete a specific app, simply press the Home button on your Roku remote and navigate to the specific app you want to delete. Once it’s highlighted, simply press the star button on your remote. This opens the options menu, where you can then click Remove Channel and confirm your choice when prompted. This process instantly removes the app from your home screen and leaves you free to install other apps that interest you, like one of the best streaming services. And of course, you can always reinstall an app that you deleted later if you decide to reinstall it.
How to remove screensavers and clear temporary cache files
Beyond apps, there are other hidden storage issues on your Roku device that you may not have considered. Downloaded high-resolution screensavers and animated UI themes may also take up space; However, they can be easily erased by quickly diving into your system settings. Once you open Settings, go to Theme and select Screensavers. You can delete all downloaded screensavers the same way you would with a regular app. Simply highlight it, press the star button on your remote and choose to delete it.
If you’ve removed unwanted apps but still need a quick performance boost, clearing your Roku’s cache is your best option. Although Roku doesn’t have a dedicated menu button for this, you can perform a quick trick to clear this temporary data. Point your remote at the Roku and press the Home button 5 times, the Up button 1 time, the Rewind button 2 times, and the Fast Forward button 2 times. You should see your screen freeze for a moment and the device will automatically restart from there. Just like that, you have cleared your cache.
This frees up some space (temporarily) and should also alleviate any crashes or slowness. Plus, it’s a fun way to play with your electronic devices if you haven’t had the opportunity to enter iconic cheat codes in a few decades. Keeping your Roku optimized requires a little maintenance, but it’s worth it, especially after recent updates to the interface on its home screen.
