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Declutter your desktop and organize files

When my desktop turns into chaos, this is how I fix it. I clean up clutter, group files into folders, and set up a system that actually stays tidy for more than a day.

Iryna Rybochka

Content distribution specialist

Date published

September 23, 2025

Setapp Apps used
Step-by-step process

Step 1

Use Spotless to auto-organize desktop files.

Step 2

Set rules by file type or project name.

Step 3

Use Unclutter for temporary notes or quick drops.

Step 4

Clean system junk with CleanMyMac X.

Step 5

Back up important folders weekly.

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Maintain a tidy workspace daily.

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