Introduction
Deleting photos from iPhone is one of the most common tasks that iPhone users have to perform. Often, it is necessary to free up storage space or remove unnecessary photos taking up precious space. In this article, we will provide detailed and clear guidance on how to delete photos from iPhone and the different methods available. We will also give best practices and tips to optimize this task, making it a breeze.
Step-by-Step Guide
The standard method for deleting photos from the Photos app is effortless. Go to the Photos app and choose the photos you want to delete. Then, click on the trash can icon in the lower-left corner and click on ‘Delete Photos.’
To delete individual photos, tap and hold them until they are selected. Then click on the trash can icon and ‘Delete Photo.’
To delete multiple photos, select the first photo and swipe up to select multiple photos. Then click on the trash can icon and ‘Delete x Photos.’
Be careful when deleting photos from iCloud-enabled devices. Deleting a photo from one device will delete it from all devices that use iCloud Photos.
Using Third-Party Apps
Many third-party apps can help you delete photos from iPhone. One of the most popular is ‘Cleaner for iPhone.’ This app helps you clean up space on your iPhone by managing duplicate photos. It also helps you bulk delete photos and videos. Another popular app is ‘Gemini Photos.’ This app scans your device for similar and duplicate photos then helps you delete them.
The downside of using third-party apps is that they are sometimes expensive and come with limitations. To use their full features, you have to make in-app purchases.
Listing Different Methods
There are different methods of deleting photos from iPhone besides the Photos app. One such way is through the Files app. Go to your Files app and navigate to ‘On My iPhone.’ Select ‘Photos.’ You will see all your photos from the camera roll. Select the photos you want to delete and click on the trash can icon.
Another method is to use ‘Image Capture’ on a Mac. Connect your iPhone to your Mac and open the ‘Image Capture’ app. Select the photos you want to delete and click on the red circle icon.
Standard methods are sometimes quicker, but lesser-known methods like using Files may be more effective for specific needs.
Best Practices
Before deleting any photos from your iPhone, make a backup. The easiest way to do this is through iCloud. Go to Settings > iCloud > Backup. Then turn on iCloud Backup.
When deleting photos, be selective. Avoid deleting photos that you may want in the future. Instead, focus on deleting screenshots or duplicate images.
Touching on Technicalities
Deleting photos from iCloud-enabled devices is somewhat more complex. When you delete a photo from an iCloud-enabled device, you also delete it from other devices that use iCloud Photos. If you decide to turn off iCloud Photos, you will lose access to all your iCloud photos on your iPhone, Mac, and other devices that use iCloud Photos.
Conclusion
As you can see, deleting photos from your iPhone is relatively simple. There are various methods and third-party apps to help. Before deleting any photos, be sure to backup your files to avoid data loss. And finally, always be mindful of iCloud settings when you are deleting photos from multiple devices.
Following these steps can keep your iPhone in good shape, and you can make the most of the storage space available to you.
