As a avid user of Google Photos, I have found it to be a fantastic tool for storing and organizing my vast collection of photos. However, there are times when I want to delete certain photos from my Google Photos library. In this article, I will guide you through the process of deleting photos from Google Photos, step by step.
Step 1: Accessing Google Photos
To begin, open your preferred web browser and navigate to https://photos.google.com. If you are not already signed in, enter your Google account credentials to log in. Once logged in, you will be presented with your Google Photos library.
Step 2: Selecting Photos
Next, browse through your library and locate the photos you wish to delete. You can select multiple photos by clicking on each photo while holding down the CTRL key (or CMD key on a Mac). Alternatively, you can click on the first photo, then hold down the SHIFT key and click on the last photo to select a range of photos.
Step 3: Deleting Photos
Once you have selected the photos you want to delete, you will notice a toolbar at the top of the screen. Click on the “More” icon (three vertical dots) and select “Delete” from the dropdown menu. A confirmation message will appear, asking if you want to move the selected photos to the trash. Click “Delete” to confirm the deletion. The selected photos will then be moved to the trash.
Step 4: Emptying the Trash
If you change your mind and want to restore any deleted photos, you can do so within 60 days by accessing the trash. However, if you are sure that you want to permanently delete the photos, click on the “Library” tab in the sidebar, then click on “Trash” to access the deleted photos. From there, click on the “Empty Trash” button to permanently delete the selected photos.
Step 5: Confirm Deletion
A confirmation message will appear, warning you that the selected photos will be permanently deleted and cannot be undone. Take a moment to double-check that you have selected the correct photos, as this action cannot be reversed. If you are sure, click “Delete Forever” to permanently delete the photos from your Google Photos library.
In conclusion, deleting photos from Google Photos is a straightforward process. By following these steps, you can easily remove unwanted photos from your library and keep it clean and organized. Remember to be cautious when deleting photos, as the action cannot be undone after permanently deleting them. Happy organizing!