How do I transfer Photos from iPhone to Photo library on Mac?

Posted on by Emilia Duggan

How do I transfer Photos from iPhone to Photo library on Mac?

Here’s how.

  1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac via a USB cable.
  2. Open the Photos app on your Mac.
  3. The Photos app should automatically be on the Import screen with all photos and videos on the connected device.
  4. Select the photos you want to import.
  5. Click Import Selected.
  6. Photos app will begin the process.

Why won’t iPhoto let me Import Photos from my iPhone?

If you have iCloud Photo Library turned on and “Optimize iPhone Storage” option enabled on your iPhone, this is the most likely reason why iPhoto or Photos app won’t import all your iPhone photos.

Why can’t I upload Photos from my iPhone to my Mac?

Many users who couldn’t transfer their photos from iPhone to Mac confirmed they solved the problem by resetting their Location & Privacy settings. On your iPhone, navigate to Settings. Then tap General and select Reset. Go to Reset Location & Privacy and tap the Reset Settings button.

How long does it take to import photos from iPhone to Mac?

Time needed: 15 minutes. Here’s how to quickly and easily clean up your photo library with Gemini Photos.

What is the fastest way to transfer Photos from iPhone to Mac?

Use AirDrop to quickly send photos and videos to your Mac. Import photos and video from storage media, like a hard disk or SD card, to Photos for macOS. Use a scanner and Image Capture to import photos that were taken with a film camera. Import your images directly to a folder on your Mac with Image Capture.

How do I upload Photos onto my Mac?

Drag files or folders from the Finder to the Photos window. Drag files or folders from the Finder to the Photos icon in the Dock. In Photos, choose File > Import. Select the photos or folder that you want to import, then click Review for Import.

What is the fastest way to transfer photos from iPhone to Mac?

Import photos from an iPhone to a Mac using Photos One of the quickest methods is to plug the Lightning-to-USB cable you use to charge the iPhone into one of your Mac’s USB ports. When an iPhone is connected, the macOS Photos app automatically opens and suggests importing your photos.