keybase / keybase/client

Reduce KBFS sync size

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Description

Keybase GUI Version: 4.1.0-20190612165948+952fee6c59 + macOSX

Hi, my KBFS is getting really huge (about 60GB) right now. Is there any way to leave the synced file in the remote storage and delete them locally?

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Start by tracing the KBFS sync and storage behavior on macOS, focusing on how local files are retained while remote storage is available. Determine the supported scope for removing local copies without losing remote data; done means a documented or implemented way to reduce local KBFS disk usage safely.

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Assessment

Tech stack
macos
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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