If you are a Mac user, managing your ever-growing photo library can become a tedious task. Regular organization and management help keep your memories neatly sorted and easily accessible. One action you likely need to perform frequently is selecting multiple photos simultaneously. Whether you want to delete, move, or share them, selecting all the photos at once saves time and effort.
In this article, we will explore 7 steps for selecting all photos on a Mac effortlessly.
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- Open the Photos app: Launch the Photos app on your Mac by clicking the “Photos” icon in your Dock or using Spotlight Search (Cmd + Space) and typing “Photos.”
- Access your photo library: Once the Photos app has opened, click on the “Library” tab in the left sidebar. Your entire collection of photos will be displayed.
- Choose your view: It’s easier to manage photos when you can see all of them clearly. Switch between the different view options such as moments, collections, or years by clicking the respective buttons above the photo grid in the toolbar.
- Start the selection process: To select all photos at once, click on any one photo in your library and press Cmd + A. This shortcut instantly selects every photo in your library or view.
- Choose an action: With all photos selected, a small preview icon appears in your toolbar at the top of the screen alongside actions such as favorite, add to album, share or delete. Select your desired action based on the task you want to accomplish.
- Confirm action (if needed): Some actions require additional confirmation before proceeding. For example, when moving photos to trash or deleting them permanently from iCloud, a confirmation window might appear asking if you’re sure about your decision.
- Deselect all photos: After completing your desired action with the selected photos, press Cmd + D to deselect everything and revert your library view back to its original state.
These 7 simple steps allow you to quickly select all photos on your Mac for efficient management. Utilizing handy keyboard shortcuts like Cmd + A and Cmd + D will save you time and help you keep your photo library neat and organized.
