In this technological era, everybody loves to capture their memories in the form of pictures. Thanks to technology, our smartphones have extraordinary cameras, and we can take photos with high quality. However, in some cases, transferring your pictures from your iPhone to your PC might not be as easy as it sounds. This is why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide on how to copy photos from iPhone to PC running Windows 10.
Video Tutorial:
Part 1: Basic Method
Step 1- Connect your iPhone to Your PC
The very first step is to connect your iPhone to your computer. You can easily do that by using the charging cable that came with it. Insert one end of that cable to your phone and the other one to your computer’s USB port.
Step 2- Trust your Computer
Once you’re done connecting your iPhone to your PC, a message will appear on your iPhone’s screen that says, “Trust This Computer?” Tap on “Trust.”
Step 3- Open “Photos” App
After trusting your computer, open the “Photos” app on your PC. This app is a part of Windows 10, and it comes pre-installed in your computer, so you don’t have to go through the hassle of downloading it.
Step 4- Select Photos to Transfer
Now, select the photos you want to transfer from your iPhone to your PC. You can do that by clicking on the “Import” button, followed by choosing the photos you want to transfer.
Step 5- Choose the Destination Folder
After you’re done selecting the photos, choose the destination folder where you want to save them. You can create a new folder or select an existing one before pressing the “Import Selected” button.
Part 2: Using AutoPlay
Step 1- Connect your iPhone to Your PC
Plug in your iPhone to your PC’s USB port using a charging cable.
Step 2- Select “AutoPlay” option
After connecting your iPhone to your PC, you will see an “AutoPlay” option on your screen. Select it.
Step 3- Choose “Import Pictures and Videos”
Once you’ve selected AutoPlay, a new window will open that consists of different options. From there, select the “Import pictures and videos” option.
Step 4- Choose the pictures you want to import
After selecting the “Import pictures and videos” option, choose the pictures you want to import to your computer. You can use the “Ctrl” button to select multiple pictures.
Step 5- Review Import Settings Before Importing
Once you’ve selected the pictures, click on the “Import settings” button. Review the import settings carefully before clicking on “Import” to begin the transfer process.
Part 3: Using iCloud Photos
Step 1- Download iCloud for Windows
The first step in transferring your pictures from your iPhone to your PC is to download iCloud for Windows. You can get the download link from the Apple website.
Step 2- Install iCloud for Windows
Once downloaded, install iCloud for Windows on your PC by following the on-screen instructions.
Step 3- Open iCloud for Windows
After completing the installation process, open iCloud for Windows.
Step 4- Sign in to iCloud
After opening iCloud for Windows, sign in using your Apple ID and Password.
Step 5- Enable iCloud Photos
From there, enable iCloud Photos by clicking on the “Options” button next to the photos tab.
Step 6- Choose the Photos you Want to Download
Once enabled, select the photos you want to download from iCloud to your PC. You can do that by clicking on the “Download photos and videos” button.
Part 4: Using Windows File Explorer
Step 1- Connect your iPhone to your PC
The very first step is to connect your iPhone to your computer via USB cable.
Step 2- Open Windows File Explorer
Once connected, open Windows File Explorer.
Step 3- Select your iPhone
From the left side of the screen, select your iPhone under “This PC.”
Step 4- Import Pictures
After selecting your iPhone, go to the “DCIM” folder and select the pictures you want to transfer. Once selected, copy those pictures and paste them into the desired location on your PC.
FAQs
Q1- Can I transfer my pictures without using a USB cable?
A1- Yes, you can transfer your pictures from your iPhone to your PC using other methods such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Q2- Can I use third-party applications to transfer my pictures?
A2- Yes, you can download and use various third-party applications to transfer your photos. However, make sure to download them from a trusted source.
Q3- Can I transfer photos from my iPhone to my PC without iTunes?
A3- Yes, you can transfer photos from your iPhone to your PC using the methods mentioned above, without using iTunes.
Q4- How can I transfer large files from my iPhone to my PC?
A4- You can either compress them or use cloud services such as iCloud, Dropbox, or Google Drive.
Q5- Do I need to have a backup of my photos before transferring them?
A5- It’s always recommended to have a backup of your photos before transferring them. You can either back them up to your iCloud or create a hard copy of them.
