How to remove duplicates in Photos on iPhone


Discover the simple steps to identify and merge duplicate photos in the Photos app on iOS 16

Keeping your iPhone Photos library organized can be a challenge, especially when dealing with duplicate images. Starting with iOS 16, the Photos app offers a built-in feature to identify and remove duplicate photos, helping you clean up your library with ease. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the process of removing duplicates in the Photos app on your iPhone.

Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Duplicates in Photos

Follow these simple steps to identify and merge duplicate photos in your iPhone Photos library:

1. Open the Photos app on your iPhone.

2. Tap on the ‘Albums’ tab located at the bottom of the screen.

3. Scroll down and tap on the ‘Duplicates’ album.

4. If the Photos app has identified duplicates or needs more time to analyze your library, you’ll receive a notification.

5. Tap ‘Select’ in the upper right corner.

6. Choose the pictures you want to merge by tapping on them individually, or tap ‘Select All’ to select all duplicates.

7. Tap ‘Merge’ in the bottom right corner.

8. You’ll be presented with the option to merge only photos that are exactly the same or all photos that look the same but may have different resolutions, file formats, or other slight differences.

9. Tap ‘Merge Items’ to confirm your selection.

Once the merging process is complete, the Photos app will combine duplicates into a single photo with the highest quality while also combining relevant data such as captions, keywords, and favorites. The removed duplicates will be moved to the ‘Recently Deleted’ folder.

By following these steps, you can easily remove duplicates from your iPhone Photos library, resulting in a more organized and clutter-free collection of memories. Give it a try and enjoy a cleaner, more streamlined Photos app experience on your iPhone.