How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone by Transferring Photos to Mac or PC

iPhone users often find it challenging to manage storage space, leading them to save data on other devices like PCs, Macs, or external storage options. A major reason why storage fills up quickly on an iPhone is due to photos and videos, which can take up significant space alongside large files and app data.

If you want to clear up space without deleting your photos, you can transfer them to a Mac or a Windows PC. Below is a simple, step-by-step guide to help you move photos from your iPhone to a MacBook or a Windows computer.

Transferring Photos from iPhone to Mac Step 1: Connect your iPhone to your Mac using a USB cable.

Step 2: A prompt will appear asking you to "Allow your accessory to connect to your computer." Click "Allow."

Step 3: Launch the Photos app on your Mac.

Step 4: Choose the location where you want to import your photos. You can select an existing album or create a new one.

Step 5: Select the desired photos and click the "Import" button.

Note: If your images are already saved in iCloud, you won't need to import them to your Mac.

Transferring Photos from iPhone to Windows PC Step 1: Download the Apple Devices app from the Microsoft Store on your Windows PC.

Step 2: Connect your iPhone to the PC using a USB cable.

Step 3: A prompt will appear asking for permission to connect. Click "Allow."

Step 4: Open the Photos app on your PC and choose the images you want to transfer.

Step 5: Select “Import” and then “From a USB device.” Follow the on-screen instructions to save the photos in an existing or new folder.

Important Note: Apple advises, “If you have iCloud Photos turned on, you’ll need to download the original, full-resolution versions of your photos to your iPhone or iPad before you import them to your PC."

By following these steps, you can effortlessly transfer your photos from an iPhone to either a Mac or a Windows PC, freeing up space without losing your memories.

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