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Useful Shortcuts when Tagging People

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Useful Shortcuts when Tagging People

Mylio Photos’ keyboard shortcuts make tagging people fast and efficient. When enabled, you can use the numbers on your keyboard to tag faces and quickly move to the next face or photo. Select a photo with a person or people, and open it in Single Photo…

Batch Face Tagging

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Batch Face Tagging

Batch Face Tagging is the most efficient way to tag multiple images simultaneously. Mylio Photos will intelligently group untagged faces that are likely the same person, allowing you to accept a specific face tag for that group. Click the Tools icon in the left…

Rename People Tags

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Rename People Tags

Whether you need to correct a misspelling, change a nickname to a given name, or change a name due to another life event such as marriage, Mylio Photos makes it simple to update or change the names of people you’ve identified and tagged. Click the People icon …

Combine People Tags

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Combine People Tags

If you’ve inadvertently created multiple tags for the same individual—for instance, one tag with a nickname and another with their given name—you can easily reassign the images to the appropriate tag by following the steps outlined below. Click the People…

Browse the People View

Browse Your Mylio Photos Library » Browse the People View

Mylio Photos’ People View automatically groups media for each person you name in your library. Facial recognition technology helps identify all the people in a photo and prompts you to add People tags for each person. Mylio Photos automatically scans for…

Using Auto-Mark

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Similar Photos (Photo DeClutter) » Using Auto-Mark

Auto-Mark is helpful when you have many similar images to sort through. When enabled, Auto-Mark will use AI technology to scan similar files and determine the best photos to keep based on your selected criteria. Click the Auto-Mark button in the bottom right corner…

Auto Organize Folders

Manage Files and Folders » Auto Organize Folders

Creating a well-structured folder system makes it easier to manage and find your media, but organizing everything manually can be time-consuming. Mylio Photos’ Auto Organize feature helps streamline this process by automatically sorting your photos and videos into…

Understanding Auto-Advance

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Flags, Stars, and Color Labels » Understanding Auto-Advance

Auto-Advance helps you rate and tag a group of photos quickly. Start by adding a star rating, flag, or color label, or use face tag. Once a rating or tag has been added, the app will automatically advance to the next image. Enable Auto-Advance …

Remove or Delete People Tags

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Remove or Delete People Tags

Remove a Face Tag from a Single Photo Open an image in Single Photo View. Click the info icon at the top of the right sidebar to reveal the right panel and access the Info Panel. Scroll down to the People section. Under Known People, click on the face tag you…

Tag People Using Facial Recognition

Mylio Photos’ face recognition scans your photos for faces and helps you identify them, creating smart albums for each person. As you import media into Mylio Photos, each image is privately scanned on your own devices for recognizable people. When you…

Add People Tags to Videos and Documents

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Add People Tags to Videos and Documents

In addition to tagging people with face recognition, Mylio Photos lets you associate photos, videos, or documents with named people in your library. This works similarly to a face tag without selecting a specific photo region and allows these images to be returned in…

Apply Categories to Folders, Albums, and People

Organize with Categories » Apply Categories to Folders, Albums, and People

Tap-to-Categorize is the quickest way to assign Categories to containers such as Folders, Albums, and People. This feature lets you set a primary Category with just a click—ideal for organizing large sections of your library quickly. Each container can be assigned a…

Adding Relationship and Contact Information for People

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Adding Relationship and Contact Information for People

Once you’ve tagged a person in your Mylio Photos Library, you can add a wide variety of information about that person, from contact information (for easy photo sharing) to relationships and even pertinent dates. This information can be added manually, imported from…

Using Auto-Mark in Photo DeDupe

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe) » Using Auto-Mark in Photo DeDupe

Auto-Mark is helpful when you have many duplicates to sort through. When enabled, Auto-Mark will scan the duplicate files and determine the best photos and videos to keep based on the criteria you select. All other duplicates will be “marked” for removal. …

Rescan an Image for Faces

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Rescan an Image for Faces

If you accidentally ignored a face you want to tag or have decided to tag a person you previously ignored, you can have Mylio Photos Rescan Faces. Select the photo(s) you want to rescan. Right-click your selection or tap the Actions Menu icon in the right…

Right Sidebar

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Right Sidebar

The right sidebar contains icons that put many of Mylio Photos’ most valuable tools at your fingertips. The screenshot below shows the layout on computers and tablets. These options are also available on phones, but the location may differ due to the smaller…

Settings

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Top App Bar » More Menu » Settings

The main Settings menu in Mylio Photos provides a range of options that enable you to personalize your user experience. This section will explore each available choice and provide you with additional resources to help configure Mylio Photos to suit your preferences.…

Customize Face Detection Settings

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Customize Face Detection Settings

Mylio Photos’ settings offer several options to adjust facial recognition settings to fit your workflow. Click the More Menu icon in the top app bar, choose Settings, and then select Advanced. Enable or Disable Face Detection Face detection in Mylio…

Glossary – Tools and Terminology

Navigating Mylio Photos starts with understanding the tools and terminology. This section defines the standard tools and terms in this user manual. This chapter also includes a user interface overview of all menus, settings, and icons. Actions Menu – Located in…

Ignore a Group of Untagged Faces

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Ignore a Group of Untagged Faces

When capturing photos of multiple people, such as a concert or public event, the image may include the faces of people you don’t know. Tag the face(s) you want to remember, then use the Ignore Untagged Faces option to remove the rest from your Untagged…

Left Sidebar

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Left Sidebar

Mylio Photos’ Left Sidebar on a computer or tablet provides different ways to explore and interact with your media, including access to Mylio Photos Views, including All Photos, LifeCalendar, Map, People, Albums, and Folders. These options are also available on a…

Find Untagged Photos

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Find Untagged Photos

The first collection in People View is Untagged. This container displays all images in which Mylio Photos has detected a face but hasn’t matched or confirmed it with a name in your Mylio Photos Library. Click the People icon in the left sidebar then…

Keyboard Shortcuts

If you want to streamline your Mylio Photos workflow, keyboard shortcuts are a great way to save time on specific tasks. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of all available keyboard shortcuts in Mylio Photos. *NOTE: Keyboard shortcuts on iOS and…

Browse Your Mylio Photos Library

Mylio Photos makes browsing your photos, videos, and documents a breeze. Regardless of your library’s organization level, Mylio Photos intelligently groups media, streamlining your browsing experience. Whether you want to see everything from all sources in one…

Coming from Apple Photos

Appendix » Coming from Apple Photos

If you use Apple Photos for macOS, or have used it in the past, you may notice that Mylio Photos’ terminology is similar. The definitions below will help you better understand the differences between the two applications. If you’re looking for instructions…

Browse by Task with Workflows

Browse Your Mylio Photos Library » Browse by Task with Workflows

Workflows change which tools are shown on the screen based on a desired task. Choose from preset goals such as Organizing, Photo Sharing, File Management, and more for a streamlined Interface. See just the tools you need and hide the ones you don’t. You can…

Coming from Aperture

Appendix » Coming from Aperture

If you’ve used Aperture, you may notice that Mylio Photos’ terminology is similar. The definitions below will help you better understand the differences between the two applications. If you’re looking for instructions on adding media from Aperture…

Assign Categories to Selected Media

Organize with Categories » Assign Categories to Selected Media

While Tap to Categorize is the fastest way to apply Categories to Folders, Albums, and People, you can also assign or edit Categories for individual photos, videos, and documents using the Info Panel. Additionally, Categories can be applied during import when using the…

Operating System Menu Bar

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Operating System Menu Bar

Most settings in Mylio Photos can be adjusted from within the application window. However, some controls are specific to the Windows and macOS operating systems. These options can be found in the operating system menu bar. Windows Menu Bar File Add Media –…

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel

The Info Panel in Mylio Photos provides detailed information about the files in your library, including camera EXIF data and editable metadata fields. The information displayed updates based on your selection: if you select a folder, it shows details about that folder;…

Manually Add A Face Tag

Tag People Using Facial Recognition » Manually Add A Face Tag

Occasionally, Mylio Photos may not recognize all faces in a photo. This can happen if a face is partially obscured or blurry. When that happens, you add face tags manually. This is also a great option for including face tags for pets or other non-human faces. …

Share and Export

Sharing and exporting your photos and videos in Mylio Photos is easy, whether you’re using a desktop or a mobile device. With a variety of options, you can send your media to others, post to social platforms, or export files for personal use. This chapter covers all…

More Menu

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Top App Bar » More Menu

The More menu lets you customize how your photos are viewed and provides access to Mylio Photos’ main settings. The More menu has different options depending on what view you’re currently in and can be accessed from the horizontal three-dot icon in the upper-right…

Using Dynamic Search in Mylio Photos

Find Photos, Videos, and Documents » Using Dynamic Search in Mylio Photos

Mylio Photos’ Dynamic Search is the most innovative and fastest way to find specific files. The application dynamically indexes your files as you add and import media into your Mylio Photos Library. This information is added to a blazing-fast SQL database that…

Browse by Category with Spaces

Spaces provide a powerful way to organize your Mylio Photos library into clean, purpose-driven views. Each Space displays only the media associated with specific Categories, helping you declutter your workspace and focus on what matters most—whether that’s personal…

Manage Devices with Remote Control

Backup and Protect » Manage Devices with Remote Control

Remote Control allows users to set up and adjust settings on other devices signed in to their Mylio Photos+ account. This feature is handy for more technical users who want to manage the core settings, views, and syncing of their family members’ or trusted…

Manage Spaces

Browse by Category with Spaces » Manage Spaces

Spaces can be customized to match your personal workflow or shared library needs. You can assign Passcodes, choose which Views and Tools are available, and add QuickCollections to control how each Space functions. If you’re using a Family or Team plan, you can also…

Share via Email

Share and Export » Share via Email

Emailing photos of important moments to friends, family, or colleagues is a great way to keep in touch. Mylio Photos makes emailing photos quick and easy, whether you’re on your computer or using a mobile device on the go. Emailing Files from a Computer …

Using FamilySearch Person IDs in Mylio Photos

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Adding Relationship and Contact Information for People » Using FamilySearch Person IDs in Mylio Photos

If you’re using Mylio Photos to organize and create a family history archive, you can connect your FamilySearch.org account to quickly and easily import information about your family members, such as their birth and death date(s), notes, and their FamilySearch Person…

Explore Related Media with QuickActions

Find Photos, Videos, and Documents » Explore Related Media with QuickActions

Mylio Photos’ QuickActions enable you to find and connect memories as you browse. When viewing an image in single photo view, you may notice small icons in the upper right corner of the picture. Click on each of these icons to explore related media. Show in Folder…

Apply Edits to a Group of Images

Edit and Improve Images » Apply Edits to a Group of Images

Mylio Photos offers several ways to edit quickly or batch-process a group of photos. Presets (both built-in and custom) can be applied to a group of images simultaneously. Edits from an image can also be copied and pasted to a group of images. *NOTE: Batch editing…

Select and Rate with QuickReview

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Flags, Stars, and Color Labels » Select and Rate with QuickReview

QuickReview mode is designed to simplify finding your best photos and letting you hide (or delete) the ones that aren’t. When QuickReview mode is enabled, Mylio Photos removes other distracting options and lets you focus on your photos. Easily add Flags or Star…

Custom Search and Filter Expressions

Appendix » Custom Search and Filter Expressions

Mylio Photos’ search modifiers and advanced search expressions can help you locate specific photos by narrowing down the search results. Search Modifiers When a single word, such as sunset, is entered into the search field, the results will display any media…

Using QuickFilters in Mylio Photos

Find Photos, Videos, and Documents » Using QuickFilters in Mylio Photos

Mylio Photos’ QuickFilters helps you quickly find specific photos, videos, and documents by narrowing your browsing results based on specific criteria. QuickFilters can be used in any view with options to filter by folder, date, event, file type, album, person,…

Understanding Levels

Edit and Improve Images » Understanding Levels

The Levels tool corrects tonal ranges and color balance issues. With Levels, you can fix poor exposure and perform color correction by manually identifying white and black points in the image. Nearly every photograph can benefit from making a Levels adjustment. To…

Create a Custom Space for Personal Projects

Browse by Category with Spaces » Create a Custom Space for Personal Projects

Custom Spaces in Mylio Photos let you organize your library into focused, purpose-driven views. As an individual user, you can use Custom Spaces to highlight specific themes, activities, or projects. In this example, we’ll walk through creating a Custom Space for…

Organize with Categories

Categories help you organize your media based on the purpose of the photo (e.g., work, personal, family, etc.). They can be assigned to Folder, Albums, and People using Tap to Categorize, and Calendar Events, or individual media. Categories also power Spaces, which…

Share with Messages and AirDrop (macOS/iOS)

Share and Export » Share with Messages and AirDrop (macOS/iOS)

In addition to the export options shared earlier in this chapter, macOS and iOS users have a couple of additional choices: sharing to Messages and AirDrop. These options make it easy to share photos via text message from your computer or with another Apple device…

Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe)

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe)

For Mylio Photos+ subscribers, the Photo DeDupe tool helps clean up unwanted duplicate photos from your media library. It starts by scanning your entire Mylio Photos Library and will generate a list of files where it detects two or more copies of the same…

Using and Creating Export Presets

Share and Export » Using and Creating Export Presets

Exporting your photos efficiently is key to maintaining a smooth workflow, and Mylio Photos makes this process easier with its built-in export presets. These presets offer quick, pre-configured settings for different output formats and quality levels so you can…

Control Device Storage

Backup and Protect » Control Device Storage

By default, Mylio Photos+ will automatically manage available disk space on any device that is not configured as a Vault. The application automatically determines the amount of free space to leave on a device, but this amount can be customized to fit your device…

Using the Find Command in Mylio Photos

Find Photos, Videos, and Documents » Using the Find Command in Mylio Photos

The Find command looks at the current page or container you’re browsing and attempts to find matches. The Find dialog is hidden by default in most views but is always visible in the Map view. Using the Find Command: Navigate to a view (e.g., All Photos,…

Add Metadata on Import

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Add Metadata on Import

As you add and import media to your Mylio Photos Library using the Copy or Move options, you have the option to include additional metadata such as: Copyright Information (IPTC Card) Custom File Names Custom Folder Organization Keywords Add Creator and…

Improve Images with AutoEnhance, AutoColor, and AutoTone

Edit and Improve Images » Improve Images with AutoEnhance, AutoColor, and AutoTone

Mylio Photos’ AutoEnhance, AutoColor, and AutoTone tools make intelligent, beautiful edits to your photo with a single click. Use your improved photos as a finished image or a starting point for more creative editing. Make quick adjustments by clicking the Auto…

Edit with Other Applications

Edit and Improve Images » Edit with Other Applications

For most people, the editing tools in Mylio Photos are sufficient. But if your workflow involves other photo-editing applications, Mylio Photos can easily work with them. The Open With command in Mylio Photos allows access to any photo editing application installed on…

Image Window

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Image Window

The Image Window lets you view your media in Mylio Photos. When you open Mylio Photos, your media will be displayed in Grid View. Double-click (or tap) to enter Single Photo View to take a closer look at any photo. In Single Photo View, you can show or hide the…

Setting a Guest Device to Limited Access Mode

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a Guest Device » Setting a Guest Device to Limited Access Mode

Limited Access Mode is a great way to share your Mylio Photos Library with others – like family, friends, or teammates – while keeping your most important content and settings safe. It’s perfect when you want someone to view or lightly interact with specific…

Manage Photo Prioritization

Appendix » Manage Photo Prioritization

Mylio Photos evaluates several criteria to determine which photos are featured in your LifeCalendar, used as cover photos for Folders, Albums, and People, which images are prioritized for local storage, and how metadata is merged when using Photo DeDupe. Photo…

Right Panel

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Right Panel

Mylio Photos’ Right Panel lets you manage and edit various photo and video parameters. The right panel can be opened when in use and closed when you prefer to focus on your photos. Open the Right Panel by clicking on the Info icon at the top of the right…

Comprehensive Guide to QuickFilters

Appendix » Comprehensive Guide to QuickFilters

Mylio Photos’ QuickFilters helps you quickly find specific photos, videos, and documents by narrowing your browsing results based on specific criteria. You can choose from the following: By Ratings, Labels, & Flags – Filter your results by star rating,…

Actions Menu

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Right Sidebar » Actions Menu

The Actions Menu dynamically changes based on the current view and what (if any) media is selected. It contains common commands and can be accessed from the Actions Menu icon or by right-clicking on a selection. Select Command Description …

Using the Cleanup QuickCollections

Cleanup Disk Space » Using the Cleanup QuickCollections

Mylio Photos includes several built-in QuickCollections that help you clean up and organize your media library. Click the funnel icon in the left sidebar to open QuickFilters. Click the QuickCollection icon and choose one of the following options: Camera…

Browse the All Photos View

Browse Your Mylio Photos Library » Browse the All Photos View

The All Photos view in Mylio Photos lets you browse your entire media library and includes various options to sort, search, and filter to find the exact image(s) you’re looking for. Click the All Photos icon in the left sidebar. Click the magnifying glass…

Limit Access On Your Device with the Guest Space

Browse by Category with Spaces » Limit Access On Your Device with the Guest Space

The Guest Space is designed for temporarily sharing your device—such as a phone, tablet, or computer—while protecting your private content and restricting access to sensitive tools and settings. It’s ideal for situations when a friend or family member wants to…

Manage Files and Folders

Folders and files in Mylio Photos directly reflect the structure of your actual file system. When you view the Folders View in Mylio Photos, you see the real locations of your photos, videos, and documents on your computer and external storage. Mylio Photos is…

Dashboard

Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Left Sidebar » Dashboard

Mylio Photos’ Dashboard is the hub for controlling your devices, syncing, and other essential tasks. Icon Name Description Getting Started The Getting Started section displays a checklist for new users to help set up and…

Post Memories to FamilySearch

Share and Export » Post Memories to FamilySearch

Mylio Photos’ Publish to FamilySearch feature allows users to post photos about their ancestors as Memories to the familysearch.org website. Memories can be viewed on the FamilySearch website and the FamilySearch mobile apps. When you post to FamilySearch,…

Learn Panel

Additional Help » Learn Panel

The Learn Panel lets you conveniently access Mylio Photos’ resources for education and help without having to leave the application. Click the Learn icon in the right sidebar to reveal the Learn Panel. The Learn Panel has five sections. Click the icons in…

Cleanup Disk Space

Your digital photo collection can quickly become a mountain of files, whether it’s family events, vacations, or everyday moments. And let’s face it, not every shot is a keeper. Your phone or computer’s storage space isn’t endless; sooner or…

Find Photos, Videos, and Documents

Mylio Photos makes it easy to locate your images, videos, and documents using Dynamic Search, QuickFilters, and Find. You can quickly sort photos based on specific criteria such as date, camera, file type, the person in the photo, location, and more. Even if you have…

Managing Family History Metadata

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Managing Family History Metadata

Mylio Photos makes gathering and organizing information for your family history and genealogy projects easy. The Family History metadata section puts the most used metadata fields for family historians in one place. These fields use industry-standard tags that meet the…

Working with the Sample Library

Install Mylio Photos » Working with the Sample Library

Mylio Photos includes a Sample Library to help you get acquainted with the software. The Sample Library is an example of what your fully organized library might look like. Images are organized into Albums, face tags have been added so you can explore the People View,…

Move Files and Folders

Manage Files and Folders » Move Files and Folders

Whether you’re refining your folder structure, organizing recent imports from the Mylio InBox, or consolidating content from multiple devices, Mylio Photos makes it easy to move files and folders while keeping everything in sync across your library. You can move…

Add Media from an iPhoto or Aperture Library

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media from an iPhoto or Aperture Library

Mylio Photos makes importing your legacy iPhoto or Aperture Library quick and easy. *NOTE: If you’re using Apple Photos on your computer, iPhone, or iPad, please see these instructions for importing your library to Mylio Photos. The instructions below are for…

Hide Files and Folders From View

Browse by Category with Spaces » Hide Files and Folders From View

Mylio Photos provides flexible options to hide personal or sensitive media without deleting them. You can hide individual Files, entire Folders, Albums, or People using one of two methods: Assign the Private Category Use the Hide Photo or Hide Folder command from…

Handling Lost Originals

Backup and Protect » Manage Device Settings » Handling Lost Originals

If Mylio Photos+ cannot locate an original-quality version of a file, it will mark it as a Lost Original. This typically occurs when the original version of a file is deleted outside of Mylio Photos (for example, in macOS Finder, Windows Explorer, or a phone’s camera…

Working with Keywords

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Working with Keywords

Keywords are searchable words and phrases you can add to your photos to help you organize and search for them more easily. They can be added on import or manually entered in the Keywords section of the Info Panel. Keywords are saved to XMP sidecar files in an…

Flags, Stars, and Color Labels

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Flags, Stars, and Color Labels

Rating images in Mylio Photos — using Flags, Stars, or Color Labels — is a highly effective way to organize your Mylio Photos Library further and make images fast and easy to find using Dynamic Search and QuickFilters. Select a photo, or series of photos. Click…

Customize the Folders View

Manage Files and Folders » Customize the Folders View

The Folders View in Mylio Photos can be customized to suit your organizational preferences and visual style. By default, folders are grouped into predefined Sections, such as the Mylio Photos Library, Shared Content, Social Media, Apple & Android Photos, and Devices…