How to Delete All Photos on a Mac
Are you looking to free up some space on your Mac by deleting all your photos? Whether you’re clearing out old memories or simply needing more storage, deleting all photos on a Mac is a straightforward process. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to delete all photos from your Mac, ensuring that you can reclaim that valuable storage space in no time.
Step 1: Open the Finder
The first step in deleting all photos on your Mac is to open the Finder. You can do this by clicking on the Finder icon in the Dock, which is typically located on the left side of the screen. Once the Finder is open, you’ll see a sidebar on the left side with various options, including “Photos,” “Music,” “Movies,” and more.
Step 2: Select the Photos Library
In the Finder sidebar, click on the “Photos” option. This will open the Photos app, where all your photos are stored. If you have multiple photo libraries, make sure to select the one you want to delete photos from by clicking on the library name in the sidebar.
Step 3: Select All Photos
With the Photos app open and the correct library selected, click on the “Select” button in the upper-right corner of the screen. Then, choose “Select All” from the dropdown menu. This will select all the photos in your library.
Step 4: Delete the Photos
Once all the photos are selected, you can delete them by clicking on the “Delete” button in the upper-right corner of the screen. A confirmation dialog box will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. Click “Delete” again to confirm, and the photos will be moved to the trash.
Step 5: Empty the Trash
After deleting the photos, you’ll need to empty the trash to permanently remove them from your Mac. To do this, click on the trash icon in the Dock. A new window will open, showing the contents of the trash. Click on the “Empty Trash” button in the upper-right corner of the window, and the photos will be permanently deleted from your Mac.
Additional Tips
– If you want to delete photos from a specific album or event, you can select that album or event in the Photos app and follow the same steps.
– Before deleting all your photos, it’s a good idea to back up your Mac using Time Machine or an external hard drive to ensure that you don’t lose any important photos.
– If you have photos stored in multiple locations on your Mac, such as on your desktop or in other folders, you may need to delete them from those locations as well.
By following these simple steps, you can easily delete all photos on your Mac and free up valuable storage space. Just remember to back up your Mac before proceeding, so you don’t lose any cherished memories.
