How to Delete Photos on Google Photos
Are you looking to declutter your Google Photos library and free up some space on your device? Deleting unwanted photos can be a great way to organize your collection and ensure that only the best memories are kept. In this article, we will guide you through the process of deleting photos on Google Photos, making it easy and straightforward.
Accessing Google Photos
To begin, you need to access Google Photos on your device. If you are using a smartphone or tablet, you can download the Google Photos app from the App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, open the app and sign in with your Google account.
For desktop users, simply go to photos.google.com and log in with your Google account. This will open your Google Photos library in a web browser.
Deleting Photos on Mobile
If you are using the Google Photos app on your mobile device, follow these steps to delete a photo:
1. Open the Google Photos app and navigate to the photo you want to delete.
2. Tap and hold the photo until a menu appears.
3. Select “Delete” from the menu options.
4. Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete Photo” in the pop-up window.
Alternatively, you can delete multiple photos at once by following these steps:
1. Open the Google Photos app and navigate to the “Albums” tab.
2. Tap the “Select” button at the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Tap each photo you want to delete.
4. Once you have selected all the desired photos, tap the “Delete” button at the bottom right corner of the screen.
5. Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete Photos” in the pop-up window.
Deleting Photos on Desktop
To delete photos on the desktop version of Google Photos, follow these steps:
1. Open Google Photos in your web browser and sign in with your Google account.
2. Navigate to the photo or album you want to delete.
3. Click on the photo to select it. If you want to delete multiple photos, click on each photo while holding down the “Ctrl” (Windows) or “Command” (Mac) key.
4. Once you have selected the desired photos, click on the “Delete” button located at the top of the screen.
5. Confirm the deletion by clicking “Delete” in the pop-up window.
Permanently Deleting Photos
Deleting photos from Google Photos only removes them from your library and device. However, they are not permanently deleted from the cloud. To ensure that your photos are completely removed, follow these steps:
1. On your mobile device, go to the Google Photos app and navigate to the “Trash” folder.
2. Tap the “Select” button at the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Tap each photo you want to permanently delete.
4. Once you have selected all the desired photos, tap the “Delete” button at the bottom right corner of the screen.
5. Confirm the deletion by tapping “Delete” in the pop-up window.
On the desktop version, go to the “Trash” album in Google Photos and follow the same steps as above.
By following these simple steps, you can easily delete photos on Google Photos and keep your library organized and clutter-free.
