iOS 18 brought a significant redesign to the Photos app, leaving many users struggling to locate their favorite photos. This guide provides a clear solution to this common frustration.
Locating Your Favorite Photos in iOS 18
Apple’s decision to reorganize the Photos app in iOS 18 resulted in the “Favorites” album being less prominent. Instead of being readily accessible, it’s now part of the “Pinned Collections” feature. Here’s how to navigate this change:
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Open the Photos App: Launch the Photos application on your iPhone.
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Scroll Down to “Albums”: In the main Photos view, scroll down past your photo library until you see the “Albums” section.
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Find “Pinned Collections”: Within the Albums section, locate “Pinned Collections.” This is where your favorite photos are now housed. You might need to scroll down further to find it, as it may not be at the top of the Albums list.
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Access Your Favorites: Tap on “Pinned Collections.” You’ll see a row of albums, including “Favorites.” Tap on “Favorites” to view all your favorite photos.
Bringing Favorites to the Top
While “Favorites” is now within Pinned Collections, you can customize its position for easier access:
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Customize Pinned Collections: Within the Albums section, scroll to the bottom and tap on “Customize & Reorder.”
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Ensure Pinned Collections are Enabled: Make sure the toggle next to “Pinned Collections” is turned on (green).
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Reorder: Tap and hold the three horizontal lines next to “Favorites” and drag it to the top of the list.
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Save Changes: Your changes will automatically save, and “Favorites” will now appear directly beneath your main photo library in the Albums section.
Troubleshooting
If you still can’t find your “Favorites” album, try the following:
- Update iOS: Ensure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS 18. Software updates often include bug fixes that could resolve the issue.
- Restart Your iPhone: A simple restart can sometimes resolve temporary glitches.
By following these steps, you can easily find and manage your favorite photos in iOS 18 despite the redesigned interface. Remember to customize the “Pinned Collections” to prioritize “Favorites” for quick access.
