How to Merge Apple Photos Libraries (4 Safe Methods Explained)

Learn with Joel Feld January 13, 2021
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“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” — Benjamin Franklin Welcome to Learn with Joel! I create free, easy-to-follow tutorials for Apple users—covering iPhone tips, Mac how-tos, iCloud setup, Photos organization & more. Whether you’re just getting started or want to master your Apple devices, these videos make tech simple and stress-free. 📲 Tutorials, 1:1 training, travel blogs & gear — all in one place: beacons.ai/learnwithjoel 🤖 Want to see my fun, AI-powered side? Check out my second channel: funwithjoelTV ❤️ Found value? Hit Subscribe or tap the Thanks button — it truly helps the channel grow. Sharing is appreciated, too! 🛍️ As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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If you have multiple Apple Photos libraries and want to combine them into one, this video walks through four proven methods — with clear guidance on when to use each one. Option 1: Exporting and Importing Option 2: Using Finder and Package Contents Option 3: Using third party app PowerPhotos Option 4: Using iCloud Photo We cover merging libraries with and without iCloud Photos, exporting and importing, manually accessing package contents, using third-party tools like PowerPhotos, and safely merging libraries using iCloud itself. ⚠️ Before merging: always back up your Photos libraries and download originals if using iCloud Photos. 00:00 | Intro & Welcome Back 00:34 | Why You Might Need to Merge Libraries 01:01 | How to Find Photo Libraries on a Mac 02:51 | Understanding Referenced Photo Files 04:38 | Merge Method 1: Exporting & Importing 11:10 | Merge Method 2: Package Contents (Manual) 14:53 | Merge Method 3: PowerPhotos App 17:45 | Merge Method 4: Using iCloud Photos LINK TO PowerPhotos: https://www.fatcatsoftware.com/powerphotos/ #iCloud #Apple #Photos #iPad #iPhone #Mac #Applephotos #joelfeld #learnwithjoel If you have a video suggestion, let's chat! https://www.youtube.com/c/Learnwithjoel/community –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CHECK OUT MY FAVORITE TECH GIZMOS AND GADGETS: https://www.amazon.com/shop/joelfeld We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Influencer I earn from qualifying purchases from some of the links above. SOCIAL MEDIA: Website: https://joelfeld.com

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