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Download Original or Optimized Images

Backup and Protect » Download Original or Optimized Images

Downloading the original or optimized versions for a specific image or series of images can be helpful if you do not want to change the sync policy for an entire folder. Mylio Photos has three photo-quality sizes that can be stored on your devices: Thumbnails – A…

Access Optimized Images from Other Devices (Sync on Demand)

Backup and Protect » Access Optimized Images from Other Devices (Sync on Demand)

Sync on Demand allows devices storing low-quality thumbnail images to temporarily show a higher resolution optimized image for editing or sharing. This is a perfect workflow for mobile devices when you’re on the go. Click the ellipsis icon in the top app bar to…

Edit and Improve Images

Whether capturing images of your kids, recording moments of a spectacular vacation, or restoring old family photos, editing can help make your pictures look their best. Mylio Photos contains essential editing tools that work equally well on your computer and mobile…

Removing vs. Deleting Similar Images

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Similar Photos (Photo DeClutter) » Removing vs. Deleting Similar Images

When using the Mylio Photos Photo DeClutter tool on a computer, you have the option to either Remove or Delete duplicate files. Delete Checked permanently deletes the selected similar files from your computer and all synced Mylio Photos+ devices. This action…

Removing vs. Deleting Duplicate Images

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe) » Removing vs. Deleting Duplicate Images

The Photo DeDupe tool gives you the option to either Move or Delete duplicate files. Delete Marked permanently deletes the selected duplicate files from your computer, and all synced Mylio Devices. This action cannot be undone. Move Marked lets you move all…

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…

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…

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…

Add a Phone or Tablet

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a Phone or Tablet

Mylio Photos+ can be installed on each phone or tablet you have, making it simple to access your Mylio Photos Library from all your devices. *TIP: If you’re installing for the first time and have not installed and activated Mylio Photos+ on another device, click…

Add or Edit GPS Data

Browse Your Mylio Photos Library » Browse the Map View » Add or Edit GPS Data

Most modern cameras can automatically add GPS coordinates and location information. However, suppose your camera doesn’t have that option (or you’ve turned GPS tracking off). In that case, you can manually add location information by dragging photos onto the map to…

Create a New Folder or Subfolder

Manage Files and Folders » Create a New Folder or Subfolder

As you progress through organizing your media library, there may be times when you need to add a new folder or subfolder to your Mylio Photos Library. Once a new folder has been created, you can move files and folders as needed to organize your library better. …

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…

Install Mylio Photos on a Smartphone or Tablet

Install Mylio Photos » Install Mylio Photos on a Smartphone or Tablet

Installing Mylio Photos for the First Time *TIP: If you’ve already installed and activated Mylio Photos on another device, click here for instructions on adding a phone or tablet to your Mylio Photos account. Installing on an iPhone or iPad (iOS) Open App Store…

Add Media From a Computer or External Drive

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From a Computer or External Drive

In Mylio Photos, you can quickly and easily add media to your Mylio Photos Library from your computer or connected storage such as an external drive or NAS. To add a folder of media, click on the Add Media icon in the top app bar. Select the folder you wish to add,…

Using an External Editor on a Smartphone or Tablet

Edit and Improve Images » Edit with Other Applications » Using an External Editor on a Smartphone or Tablet

The Share command in Mylio Photos lets you quickly access most photo editing applications installed on your phone or tablet. Before you begin, you’ll need to configure the export and sharing settings to select the type of file you wish to edit. You can edit the…

Add Media From a Camera, Memory Card, or Phone

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From a Camera, Memory Card, or Phone

Mylio Photos makes importing media directly from a camera, SD card, or phone simple. Click the ellipsis icon in the top app bar to access the More menu and choose Settings. Select General then ensure that the toggle next to Show “Import SD Card” Dialog…

Free Up Space on Camera Roll or Media Library

Cleanup Disk Space » Free Up Space on Camera Roll or Media Library

Are you running out of space in your mobile device’s Camera Roll or Media Library? Mylio Photos+ can help! The Free Up Space On This Device tool checks your connected iOS Camera Roll to ensure your photo(s) are protected with a copy of the Original image saved to…

Using an SSD with a USB-C iPhone or iPad

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add an External Drive » Using an SSD with a USB-C iPhone or iPad

Mylio Photos+ users can connect an external drive to iOS devices, such as an iPad or iPhone, and use it for storage or backup. This feature is handy for photographers and travelers who want access to their photos and files while on the go. This works best with USB-C…

Understanding the Sync Panel

Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync » Understanding the Sync Panel

The Sync Panel shows you an overview of each device’s status in your Mylio Photos Library. On a computer or tablet, click the info icon at the top of the right sidebar to reveal the right panel and access the Sync Panel. On a phone, tap the ellipsis icon in…

Add Mylio Drive

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add Mylio Drive

Each Mylio Photos+ plan includes access to Mylio Drive with unlimited storage of Optimized Images at no extra cost. This means you can store a copy of your entire photo library for easy (and private) access by your devices. Optimized Images are perfect for everyday…

Store Specific Folders Locally for Offline Access (Tap to Sync)

Backup and Protect » Store Specific Folders Locally for Offline Access (Tap to Sync)

Tap to Sync allows you to easily adjust the sync policy for Folders to override the device sync policy. This will enable you to customize the quality settings of individual folders for each device. Here are examples of when this might be useful: You want to have…

Backup and Protect

Mylio Photos+ is a complete solution where you can connect your computer, phone, tablet, and hard drives into a single photo library, browse all your photos from any device, and keep your most important memories automatically backed up to multiple hard drives to…

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,…

Store Specific Files Locally for Offline Access

Backup and Protect » Store Specific Files Locally for Offline Access

Mylio Photos+ lets you customize the sync policy for individual files, allowing you to adjust quality settings for specific photos, videos, and documents on each device. This feature is useful in various situations, such as: Keeping the original-quality file of your…

Your File System and Mylio Photos

Appendix » Your File System and Mylio Photos

What Files and Folders does Mylio Photos create? Mylio Photos creates files and folders on each device where the Mylio Photos application is installed. On computers, external drives, and cloud services, these files are visible in the file system. On smartphones and…

Keep Your Devices in Sync

Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync

Mylio Photos+ makes it simple to access your media on all your devices. The sync process ensures that your devices always have the same information about the media in your library. Each time new photo and video files are added to one device, they become available on…

Activating Your Mylio Photos+ Subscription

Manage Your Mylio Account » Activating Your Mylio Photos+ Subscription

Mylio Photos+ is a subscription plan that adds additional features to your Mylio Photos application. A Mylio Photos+ membership adds intelligent management and protection for a lifetime of photos and videos. Subscribers can access their entire library from any device…

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 kebab icon or by right-clicking on a selection. Select Command Description None…

Where are the Photos, Videos, and Documents I Imported?

Appendix » Where are the Photos, Videos, and Documents I Imported?

One of the key advantages of Mylio Photos is that you can view and manage all your media within the application while still having access to your files through your computer’s file system. Where Are My Photos? The location of your media files depends on how you…

Free Up Space by Clearing the Cache

Backup and Protect » Control Device Storage » Free Up Space by Clearing the Cache

The Mylio Photos+ Cache is a temporary holding area used when sync settings are adjusted. For instance, you may have used Sync on Demand to temporarily access an optimized image or original-quality (full-resolution) file on a device that is set to keep the catalog…

Import Facebook Photos

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From an Online Service » Import Facebook Photos

Click or tap the plus icon in the top app bar to open the Add Media dialog. Select Add media from an online service. Select Facebook, log in to your account, and authorize Mylio Photos to access your Facebook account. Choose the Facebook Album(s) you wish to…

Understanding the Storage Panel

Backup and Protect » Control Device Storage » Understanding the Storage Panel

The Storage Panel in Mylio Photos provides essential details about individual files, such as their local Sync Policy, Associated Files, and Original File Locations. To access the Storage Panel, select a single image, then click the info icon at the top of the right…

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 – Click the…

Publish a Shared Album

Share and Export » Publish a Shared Album

With Shared Albums, Mylio Photos+ subscribers can share an album as an online gallery. Images are hosted on non-indexed web pages that make it easy to share semi-privately. When you’re ready to share an Album, Mylio Photos creates a unique link to your…

Create a Shareable Link

Share and Export » Create a Shareable Link

With Shareable Links, Mylio Photos+ subscribers can share a selection of photos as an online gallery, similar to creating a Shared Album. Images are hosted on non-indexed web pages that make it easy to share semi-privately. Mylio Photos creates a unique link to your…

Uninstall Mylio Photos

Appendix » Uninstall Mylio Photos

We genuinely believe you’ll love Mylio Photos. However, if you ever decide to leave Mylio Photos, you’ll find your photo library is in even better shape than when you started. Mylio Photos is not a closed ecosystem. All photos remain accessible on any…

Import Flickr Photos

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From an Online Service » Import Flickr Photos

Click the plus icon in the top app bar to open the Add Media dialog. Select Add media from an online service. Choose Flickr, log in to your account, and authorize Mylio Photos to access your Flickr account. Choose the Flickr Album(s) you wish to import, then…

Link a Folder to Your Mylio Photos Library

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From a Computer or External Drive » Link a Folder to Your Mylio Photos Library

Adding a Linked Folder tells Mylio Photos to watch it in your file system without moving it from its original location. Linked Folders preserve your existing file structure and are actively monitored for changes. If you add photos to a Linked Folder, Mylio will…

Manage Device Settings

Backup and Protect » Manage Device Settings

Device Settings let you customize how each device on your account is set up. Click the Dashboard icon in the left sidebar. Select Devices, then click or tap on a Device Card to open the Device Settings. Customize the settings below to best fit each device and…

Set a Device Sync Policy Preset

Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync » Set a Device Sync Policy Preset

Device Sync Policies control how information about your Mylio Photos+ Library is stored on each of your connected devices. Mylio Photos+ comes pre-installed with several Device Sync Policy presets that fit various workflows and device types. You can also create custom…

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…

Manually Updating Mylio Photos

Appendix » Keeping Mylio Photos Up To Date » Manually Updating Mylio Photos

Manually Updating Mylio Photos In the rare case that you encounter an issue with the automatic or in-app update installer, you can choose to update Mylio Photos Manually by downloading the most recent version of the application. Click here to download the most recent…

Working with an Unsupported Raw File

Appendix » Supported File Types and Cameras » Working with an Unsupported Raw File

Sometimes, you may encounter files that Mylio Photos cannot read. These files will appear as a black square with a rectangle and squiggly line . This indicates that the file is unsupported or corrupt. Unsupported Files Unsupported files come in two…

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…

Create a Custom Device Sync Policy with SyncCollections

Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync » Set a Device Sync Policy Preset » Create a Custom Device Sync Policy with SyncCollections

Choosing one of the Device Sync Policy Presets (such as SpaceSaver, Vault, etc.) will be suitable in most situations. However, if you’d like more granular control over the files stored on a specific device, you can use SyncCollections. SyncCollections allow you to…

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…

Add Mylio Drive+ with SecureCloud Storage

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add Mylio Drive+ with SecureCloud Storage

Mylio Drive+ offers privacy-focused storage, catering to individuals seeking cloud-like functionality with enhanced data security and confidentiality. This solution prioritizes user privacy and is a reliable offsite storage option for safeguarding cherished memories…

Export to Flickr

Share and Export » Export to Flickr

Sharing your favorite photos with your Flickr community is simple with Mylio Photos. Whether you’re on your computer or mobile device, you can effortlessly export individual images, entire albums, or even folders directly to Flickr. This seamless integration…

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…

Import a Google Photos Library

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From an Online Service » Import a Google Photos Library

Importing photos from a Google Photos Library uses Google Takeout, allowing you to download your personal data from your Google account. Download .zip file(s) containing your Google Photos Library using Google Takeout. Go to takeout.google.com in your web…

Add Media From an Online Service

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From an Online Service

Over the years, you may have shared hundreds or thousands of photos on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or Flickr – but when was the last time you looked at those photos? Mylio Photos makes it simple to import and back up these images so you can enjoy…

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…

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.…

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;…

How to Select Multiple Files

Appendix » How to Select Multiple Files

As you work with your Mylio Photos Library, you’ll often need to choose the images you want to work with. Perhaps it’s to export several photos or to add them to an album. Mylio Photos makes it easy to work with several images at once. Selecting Media on a…

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…

Find Similar Photos (Photo DeClutter)

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Similar Photos (Photo DeClutter)

The Photo DeClutter tool helps you clean up similar photos in your Mylio Photos Library. These images are typically captured using burst mode on a camera, resulting in several near-duplicate photos. The Photo DeClutter tool scans your entire library and generates a…

Coming from Lightroom Classic

Appendix » Coming from Lightroom Classic

Mylio Photos can be easily integrated into your existing Lightroom Classic workflow or used as a replacement for Lightroom’s digital asset management. By linking folders cataloged by Lightroom Classic to Mylio Photos, users can use Mylio Photos’ intuitive views to…

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…

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…

Share with Copy and Paste (System Clipboard)

Share and Export » Share with Copy and Paste (System Clipboard)

Copy and Paste is a quick and easy way to export images from Mylio Photos to use in other applications. Mylio Photos uses your operating system’s clipboard to temporarily store a copy of your photo that you can paste into most applications or even image-ready fields…

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…

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…

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…

Adjusting a Sync Policy from the Sync Panel

Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync » Understanding the Sync Panel » Adjusting a Sync Policy from the Sync Panel

In addition to an overview of device status, the Sync Panel offers the option to quickly adjust the Sync Policy of any folder in your Mylio Photos Library. Click Folders icon in the left sidebar. Select the folder you want to adjust the Sync Policy for. Click the…

Sorting Media in an Album

Organize Media in Albums » Sorting Media in an Album

Mylio Photos provides flexible sorting options within albums, allowing you to organize your photos and videos in a way that best suits your needs. Accessing the Sort Order To change the sort order in an album: Open an Album in Mylio Photos. Click the ellipsis…

How to Start Over with Mylio Photos

Appendix » How to Start Over with Mylio Photos

!Resetting Mylio Photos is a major step that is rarely needed and should only be done with caution. Most issues can be resolved without starting over. Before proceeding, we strongly recommend consulting Mylio Support to explore alternative solutions. You can reach our…

Add Media from a Scanner

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media from a Scanner

For the family historian, Mylio Photos is an invaluable tool for organizing and consolidating scanned family photos or slides. While each scanner is slightly different, they all create image files on your computer, which can then be imported to your Mylio Photos…

Reviewing Duplicate Sets

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe) » Reviewing Duplicate Sets

Duplicate Sets are groups of two or more images that Photo DeDupe has flagged as duplicates. You can review each set in the list view or double-click on a photo in the list to view a larger version. From the single image view, toggle between each copy of an image…

Using Drag and Drop

Manage Files and Folders » Move Files and Folders » Using Drag and Drop

Mylio Photos allows you to organize and arrange your images and folders via Drag and Drop. This is a convenient way to get organized and make media in your library easier to find. Click Folders icon in the left sidebar. Click or tap on the Navigation icon in the…

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…

Reviewing Sets of Similar Photos

Cleanup Disk Space » Find Similar Photos (Photo DeClutter) » Reviewing Sets of Similar Photos

Similar Sets are groups of two or more images that Mylio Photos has flagged as similar. You can review each set in the list view, or double-click on a photo in the list to view a larger version. From the single image view, you can toggle between each image to…

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…

Copy and Paste Files

Manage Files and Folders » Copy and Paste Files

Accessing and using media stored in your Mylio Photos Library is simple with copy and paste. Instead of digging through files and folders in your operating system, copy and paste utilizes your system clipboard to copy an edited version or unmodified original and paste…

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…

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…

File Format Recommendations

Appendix » File Format Recommendations

Mylio Photos can recognize and work with various formats, including raw files. When exporting your images to share, post online, or print, Mylio offers three standard formats: JPEG, PNG, and TIFF. We’ll review the attributes of these file types and discuss the best…

Create and Manage Nested Sub-Albums

Organize Media in Albums » Create and Manage Nested Sub-Albums

Nested Sub-Albums are a great way to add additional layers of organization to your photo library. Sub-Albums can be helpful in a variety of situations. Here are a few examples: Birthday Photos – The top-level Album could be the Birthdays over the Years with…

Order Prints, Photo Books, and More with Printique

Share and Export » Order Prints, Photo Books, and More with Printique

Printique is a premium photo printing service where you can create beautiful prints, photo books, wall art, and other unique photo gifts. With Mylio Photos’ easy connection to Printique, turning your favorite memories into keepsakes is simple and fun! Just pick your…

Refining Details

Edit and Improve Images » Refining Details

Most modern cameras do an excellent job of automatically sharpening images and reducing noise and other artifacts when capturing photos as JPGs. However, if you shoot raw or prefer a more stylized look, you may need to add Sharpening or Noise Reduction to make your…

Post to VIEWBUG

Share and Export » Post to VIEWBUG

VIEWBUG is a platform for exploring creativity and receiving recognition. They offer photo contests, photo challenges, portfolio websites, photography logos, and photography classes, giving photographers tools to be creative and showcase their art. Exporting images…

Create a Slideshow

Share and Export » Create a Slideshow

Slideshows are a great way to showcase your favorite photos. Mylio Photos has several tools to create the perfect slideshow to share with family and friends. Mylio Photos can create two types of slideshows: automatic and manual. Automatic Slideshows let you…

Print Your Photos

Share and Export » Print Your Photos

Printing your images directly from Mylio Photos is easy and can be done from a computer or mobile device. Printing from a Computer Select the photo(s) you wish to print, then click the Share icon in the right sidebar and choose Print. Choose from the…

Add Media with Guided Import

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media with Guided Import

The first time you launch Mylio Photos, you’ll be prompted to Start Adding Photos and Videos. This will open the Guided Import checklist that suggests different media sources you may want to import into your Mylio Photos Library. Designed to help new users…

Add a Computer

Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a Computer

Installing Mylio Photos on a New Computer Mylio Photos+ can be installed on each computer you have, making it simple to access your Mylio Photos Library from all your devices. *TIP: If you’re installing for the first time and have not installed and activated Mylio…

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 –…

Edit the Date Created

Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Edit the Date Created

Cameras automatically record the Date Created in each image captured, but if the date is incorrect, Mylio Photos makes it simple to make modifications. You can even include non-specific fuzzy dates such as a Season, Year, Decade, or Undated. There are several reasons…

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…

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…

Working with Categories and Spaces

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…

Welcome to Mylio Photos

Welcome to your go-to guide for Mylio Photos! Whether you’re just getting started or diving into advanced features, this manual is here to help. You’ll find easy-to-follow instructions, troubleshooting tips, and best practices to make organizing,…

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 …

Crop and Straighten

Edit and Improve Images » Crop and Straighten

Many composition errors can be fixed or improved using the crop and rotate tools in Mylio Photos. Cropping a photo can be done for several reasons, such as emphasizing the subject, removing distractions and irrelevant details, changing the aspect ratio, or improving…

Rename Files and Folders

Manage Files and Folders » Rename Files and Folders

File and folder names are searchable in Mylio Photos, so using descriptive names is an excellent idea to help you find things quickly. Photos, videos, and documents can be renamed on import, batch renamed as a group, or one at a time. Folders can also be renamed from…

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…

Manage Your Mylio Account

You can access and manage your Mylio Account by clicking on the Account icon in the top app bar, then clicking the Manage Account Details button, by visiting account.mylio.com, or by clicking on Manage Account at the bottom of the Mylio.com home page. This…

Work with RAW+JPEG Pairs

Appendix » Work with RAW+JPEG Pairs

Many cameras can save raw+jpeg pairs when capturing images. This can be useful if you want a processed version available for easy sharing and a higher-quality raw file in case advanced edits are desired. When raw+jpeg pairs are imported into Mylio Photos, the app…

Share to Other Apps (Mobile)

Share and Export » Share to Other Apps (Mobile)

Mylio Photos seamlessly interacts with the built-in Android and iOS sharing options on your mobile device. Sharing photos via email, messaging or text, iCloud photo sharing, and social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, and others is quick and easy. Select your…

Add Media From Apple Photos

Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From Apple Photos

Mylio Photos can easily connect to media from Apple Photos and your iCloud Photo Library-connected devices (e.g., macOS Computers and iOS devices like iPhones and iPads). Once connected, you can find these photos and videos in the Apple Photos folder in the Folders…

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. …