Apple’s Photos app redesign has left some users struggling to locate their favorite photos. This guide provides a clear solution to this common problem.
Locating Your Favorite Photos in the Updated Photos App
The recent iOS update changed how the Photos app organizes albums, moving Favorites from its prominent position. Instead of being readily visible, it’s now part of a customizable section called “Pinned Collections.” Here’s how to find and access your Favorites:
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Open the Photos App: Launch the Photos application on your iPhone.
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Scroll Down to “Albums”: Navigate past the initial photo grid and sections like “For You,” “People,” “Places,” until you find the “Albums” heading. Tap on “Albums”. This will take you to a comprehensive list of your photo albums.
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Find “Pinned Collections”: Locate the “Pinned Collections” section. It usually appears at the bottom of the Albums list. This section houses your curated collections, including Favorites.
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Access Your Favorites: Within “Pinned Collections,” you should see the “Favorites” album. Tap on it to view all your favorited photos.
Customizing Pinned Collections for Easier Access
To improve accessibility, you can customize the “Pinned Collections” section:
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Customize and Reorder: Scroll to the very bottom of the “Albums” screen. Tap the “Customize” button to modify the order of albums in the “Pinned Collections” section.
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Pin Favorites to the Top: To ensure quick access, drag the “Favorites” album to the very top of the “Pinned Collections” list. This will position it directly under your main photo library within the “Albums” view.
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Refine Pinned Collections: While you’re customizing, consider which albums you frequently use. You can add or remove albums from the “Pinned Collections” section by toggling the checkmark next to each album name. This allows for a personalized and streamlined photo browsing experience.
By following these steps, you can easily access your favorite photos on your iPhone, regardless of the iOS update. Customizing the Pinned Collections further enhances your user experience, making photo management more intuitive and efficient.
