"How to delete photos from iPhone directly using Mac but not importing or syncing? I don't want to sync my photos, I just want to be able to delete them directly off the phone but using my Mac to do it because it's a bigger screen and I will be faster than using the camera roll".
- from Reddit
When your iPhone storage is running low, clearing out photos can be a good idea. However, deleting them directly from your iPhone Photos app can often be time-consuming. That's where knowing how to delete iPhone photos from Mac comes in handy. This article will introduce several different methods to help you achieve this goal effortlessly. Next, we will go through each method step by step.
Coolmuster iOS Assistant is a strong iOS manager tool that can help iPhone users to manage their iPhone data, including photos. With this tool, you can delete a single photo, multiple, or all iPhone photos from your Mac/PC with ease.
Key features of Coolmuster iOS Assistant:
How do I delete multiple photos from my iPhone on my Mac? Follow the steps below:
01Install and launch this tool on your computer. Connect your iPhone to the computer using a USB cable. When prompted on your iPhone, tap "Trust" to establish the connection.
02Once your iPhone is detected by the software, you'll see the interface displayed as shown below. All your iPhone files are neatly categorized for easy management directly from your computer.
03To delete photos from your iPhone using your computer, navigate to the "Photos" tab in the left sidebar. Select the photos you wish to remove, then click the "Delete" button at the top of the interface. This will delete the selected photos from your iPhone.
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Image Capture is an application that comes with Mac, which supports transferring photos from iPhone to Mac, as well as deleting photos from connected iOS devices. Here is how to delete pictures on iPhone from Mac using Image Capture:
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your Mac and tap "Trust" on your iPhone if prompted.
Step 2. Open the Image Capture app on your Mac.
Step 3. Select the photos you want to delete. To select all photos, press "Command + A".
Step 4. Click the circle icon at the bottom of the Image Capture app, then confirm the deletion.
If you are still running a macOS version prior to Catalina, you can use iTunes to delete iPhone pictures from Mac. By syncing your iPhone with iTunes, you can replace all your current photos and videos with the ones from your iTunes backup. However, for the direct need to delete photos, it is recommended to use the method described in Part 1.
How do I delete photos from my Mac and iPhone sync? Here are the steps:
Step 1. Download and install the latest version of iTunes on your Mac.
Step 2. Connect your iPhone to your Mac and open iTunes if it doesn't launch automatically.
Step 3. Click the device icon and select "Photos".
Step 4. Check the box next to "Sync Photos".
Step 5. In the "Copy photos from" dropdown, select "Choose folder" and pick an empty folder.
Step 6. Click "Apply".
If both your iPhone and Mac have enabled iCloud Photos, then you can manage your photos on any device through the iCloud website. Here is how to delete pictures from iPhone on Mac via the iCloud website:
Step 1. Open iCloud.com in your Mac's browser and log in with your Apple ID.
Step 2. On the iCloud website, click on the "Photos" app and then browse and select the photos or albums you want to delete.
Step 3. Click on the "Delete" button above the photos (or right-click on the photos and select delete), then confirm the deletion operation.
If you have just imported photos from your iPhone to your Mac, you can use the Photos app to delete them. Here is how to delete iPhone photos from MacBook:
Step 1. Launch the Photos app on your Mac and connect your iPhone with a USB cable.
Step 2. Click the "Import" tab in the sidebar if it's not already selected.
Step 3. Check the "Delete items after import" box, then click "Import All New Items". All imported photos will automatically be deleted from your iPhone or iPad.
Are your photos not importing from iPhone to Mac? Read this article to find the reasons and solutions.
[Solved] How to Fix Photos Not Importing from iPhone to Mac IssueThe above article introduced five methods on how to delete photos from iPhone in Mac, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you are seeking efficiency and convenience, we highly recommend using Coolmuster iOS Assistant. This tool not only boasts comprehensive functions but also helps you easily manage iPhone data, making it a valuable assistant in your daily use.
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