Google Photos has evolved into a powerhouse for managing and sharing digital memories. Its intuitive interface and powerful features make it a go-to app for users worldwide. People using Google Photos encounter various issues. Here are common problems and potential solutions:
To select all photos in Google Photos, you can follow these methods:
On Desktop:
- Open Google Photos in your web browser.
- Click on the first photo.
- Hold down the Shift key and scroll to the last photo you want to select.
- Alternatively, you can hold down the Shift key and click on the last photo directly.
- All photos between the first and last selected will be highlighted.
- Perform actions like downloading or delete on the selected photos.
On Android Device:
- Open the Google Photos app on your Android device.
- Tap and hold on to a photo.
- While holding down, scroll down to the last photo you want to select.
- Release your finger, and all photos between the first and last selected will be highlighted.
- Perform actions like delete or share the selected photos.
Using Keyboard Shortcuts (Desktop):
- On the main Google Photos page, select the first photo.
- Scroll to the last photo while holding down the Shift key.
- Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
- Confirm the deletion when prompted.
Please note that there is no direct “Select All” option, but using these methods allows you to achieve a similar result by selecting a range of photos.
2. How to Upload Photos on Google Drive
To upload photos to Google Drive, you can follow these steps using various devices:
On Android:
- Open the Google Drive app.
- Tap the “+” button.
- Select “Upload” or “Upload file.”
- Choose the photos you want to upload from your device’s gallery.
- Tap “Upload” to add photos to Google Drive.
On Computer:
- Visit Google Drive on your computer.
- Click the “+” button.
- Select “File upload” or “Folder upload.”
- Choose the photos or folder containing the photos.
- Click “Open” to upload them to Google Drive.
From Google Photos:
- Open Google Photos on your computer.
- Go to photos.google.com.
- Click “Import from” and choose “Google Drive.”
- Select the photos you want to add to Google Photos.
Using Google Drive Website:
- Sign in to Google Drive.
- Click “+ New” and choose “File upload.”
- Select the photos you want to upload.
- Click “Open” to add photos to Google Drive.
On Android (Alternative Method):
- Open Google Drive.
- Tap the “+” button.
- Choose “Upload.”
- Select the photos to upload from your device.
Remember to check your Google Drive storage space, especially if you have a limited amount available.
3. How to Unsync Google Photos
If you want to unsync Google Photos to stop automatic backups or unlink it from your devices, here are several methods to achieve this:
Using Google Photos App on Android or iPhone:
- Open the Google Photos app.
- Tap your profile picture at the top.
- Select “Photo settings” > “Backup and Sync.”
- Toggle off the “Backup and Sync” option.
Through Google Backup and Sync on Computer:
- Click on the Backup and Sync icon in the taskbar.
- Select the ellipses (…) and choose “Quit” to stop Google Photos uploading and syncing.
On Android Phone:
- Open the Google Photos app.
- Click the three bars in the top left corner.
- Go to Settings and choose to unlink or turn off backup and sync.
Via MultCloud (For Computer):
- Visit MultCloud’s tutorial for unsyncing Google Photos.
- Access Preferences and disconnect your Google account.
Alternative Method:
- Access Google Backup and Sync settings.
- Click on “Disconnect account” to stop Google Photos backup.
Choose the method that best suits your device and preferences. Always ensure you have a backup of your photos before making changes to avoid accidental data loss.
4. How to Stop Google Photos Backup
If you want to stop Google Photos from automatically backing up your photos and videos, you can use the following methods:
On Android:
- Open Google Photos.
- Tap your profile picture in the top right.
- Select “Photos settings.”
- Tap “Backup and Sync.”
- Toggle off the “Backup and Sync” option.
On Computer:
- Click on the Backup and Sync icon in the taskbar (bottom-right corner for PC).
- Choose the three-dot icon and select “Quit Backup” to stop Google Photos backup.
Alternative Android Method:
- Open Google Drive on your Android device.
- Tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines).
- Go to “Settings” > “Backup & reset.”
- Toggle off “Back up to Google Drive”.
Using Google Photo Settings:
- Open Google Photos.
- Select “Google Photo settings.”
- Choose “Back up & sync.”
- Turn off the “back up & sync” switch.
Disconnect Google Account:
- Disconnecting your Google account will also stop the backup. This can be done in the account settings.
Select the method that works best for your device and your needs. Always verify your settings to ensure that your photos are not being backed up unintentionally.
5. How to Delete All Google Photos
If you want to delete all your photos from Google Photos, you can use the following methods:
On Desktop:
- Open Google Photos in your web browser.
- Click on the first photo.
- Hold down the Shift key and scroll to the last photo you want to delete.
- Click the trash icon to delete all selected photos.
- Confirm the deletion when prompted.
On Mobile App:
- Open the Google Photos app on your smartphone.
- Long-press the first photo you want to delete.
- While holding down, scroll down to the last photo.
- Release your finger and tap the trash icon to delete all selected photos.
- Confirm the deletion when prompted.
Alternative Desktop Method:
- Open Google Photos.
- Click on the three horizontal lines (menu) on the top left.
- Select “Trash” and click “Empty bin” to permanently delete all photos.
Mobile App Alternative:
- On the top right side, tap three vertical lines.
- Choose “Trash” and tap “Empty bin” to permanently delete all photos.
Using Keyboard Shortcuts (Desktop):
- On the main Google Photos page, select the first photo.
- Scroll to the last photo while holding down the Shift key.
- Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
- Confirm the deletion when prompted.
Ensure you review the deleted items in the trash before permanently deleting them to avoid accidental loss.
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