How to clear cache on PS5?

The PS5’s cache is an accumulation of data the console keeps to speed up everyday tasks.

These are the steps to clearing the PS5’s cache:

Shut down the console completely. You can Press and hold the power button on the PS5 for about three seconds until it shuts off.
To prevent bugs, unplug all of its cables for five minutes. This process is a power cycle that cleans power-related glitches and other bugs and errors.
Press and hold the PS5’s power button for about seven seconds. Release it after you hear the second beep. The second beep indicates the console is powered on in Safe Mode.
Connect your controller to the PS5 with its USB cable.
Press the PlayStation button on the controller.
Select option Rebuild Database & Clear Cache.
Wait for the process to finish.

Depending on the state of your console and the size of your cache, the process can take hours. You won’t be able to use the console as this happens.

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