Data Cleanup & Optimization 🧹

“Forests need periodic pruning to stay vibrant. MononoMori provides tools to easily maintain your digital forest.”

Over time, your forest may accumulate redundant data or cache files. Regular cleaning not only frees up phone space but keeps the app running smoothly.

🗑️ Smart Recycle Bin

MononoMori’s Recycle Bin is like the “fallen leaves layer” of the forest, providing a safety net.

Mechanism

• Temporary Storage: Deleted items, spaces, or categories go here instead of disappearing immediately.
• Safety Period: You can check deleted items anytime in the Recycle Bin.
• Restore & Delete:
  • Restore: One-click put back to original place.
  • Permanently Delete: Manually empty to free space.

💡 Tip: Check the Recycle Bin periodically (e.g., monthly) and empty it after confirming no important items were deleted by mistake.

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💾 Storage Management

In Settings > Data Management > Storage Management, view and optimize app storage usage.

1. Usage Overview

System clearly shows current storage consumption:

• Total: Total space used by app.
• Database: Space for text records (usually small).
• Images: Space for item photos (usually the main part).
• Cache: Temporary files for speed.

2. Cleanup Toolbox

Three tools to slim down:

🧹 Clear Cache

• Function: Deletes temporary image caches and thumbnails.
• Consequence: No data loss. Thumbnails regenerate on next view (might be slightly slower once).
• Scenario: App size is abnormally large or image display issues.

🧪 Clear Temp Files

• Function: Deletes leftover temporary files from exports/imports.
• Consequence: Safe, no side effects.
• Scenario: After performing large import/export operations.

🩹 Cleanup Orphaned Files

• Function: Scans and deletes “ghost images” that exist on disk but have no database record.
• Scenario: If storage usage doesn’t drop even after deleting many items.

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⚡ Performance Optimization Tips

Beyond tools, good habits keep the app fluid:

1. Image Optimization

• Moderate Photography: Not every item needs a high-res masterpiece. Legibility is enough for receipts/manuals.
• Export Archive: For historical items no longer in use (discarded boxes), export as .forest to PC backup, then delete from app.

2. Tag Management

• Merge: Use Tag Management to merge similar tags (e.g., “Kitchen”, “Cooking”) to prevent bloat.
• Delete Unused: Clean up temporary tags no longer in use.

3. Category Restructuring

• As items grow, original categories might not fit. Use Settings > Category Management and “Attribute Templates” to optimize structure.

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Keeping a clean digital space brings a pleasant experience. Just as pruning lets trees grow taller, regular cleaning keeps your forest thriving. 🌲