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Install Mylio Photos on a Computer
Install Mylio Photos » Install Mylio Photos on a Computer
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 computer to your Mylio Photos account. Go to mylio.com and choose Mylio Personal or Mylio…
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…
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…
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,…
Install Mylio Photos on a Smartphone or Tablet
Install Mylio Photos » Install Mylio Photos on a Smartphone or Tablet
!If you’re new to Mylio Photos, we recommend beginning your setup on a computer at mylio.com, rather than on a mobile device. (You can easily add your mobile device after setup is complete.) Starting on a computer gives you access to a free personalized…
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 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…
Show Support Options on Startup
Additional Help » Help Menu » Show Support Options on Startup
Mylio Photos makes it easy to access advanced troubleshooting with the Show Support Options on Startup command. Click the question mark icon in the top app bar Click More Help Options to access the Help menu. Choose Advanced, then Show Support Options on…
Adding a Vignette
Edit and Improve Images » Adding a Vignette
A Vignette darkens or lightens the edges of your image to emphasize the subject in a photo. The effect typically leaves the center of the image unaffected while darkening or brightening the edges. Open an image in Single Photo View, then click the edit icon to…
Join a Webinar
Additional Help » Join a Webinar
With our ongoing webinar series, getting up and running with Mylio Photos is easier than ever. Join a Mylio expert to learn how to make the most of the app. Watch LIVE for the opportunity to ask questions and get answers. Upcoming Webinars Webinar…
Add a NAS
Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a NAS
Mylio Photos+ provides two ways to include a NAS in your workflow: Standard Configuration with a host computer (Windows only) Creating an S3 Private Cloud with your NAS (Windows/macOS) Differences Between S3 Private Cloud and Standard Mylio NAS Setup Setting up…
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…
Set Up an S3 Server on NAS
Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a Cloud Service » Set Up an S3 Server on NAS
Mylio Photos+ supports backing up your photo library to any S3-compatible storage, including NAS devices that offer S3 support. This allows your NAS to act as a Vault, providing a secure and private backup location on your local network or remotely. Before beginning…
Saving a Display Copy
Edit and Improve Images » Edit with Other Applications » Saving a Display Copy
Any changes made in a third-party application must be saved or exported for Mylio Photos to display the edited image. Typically, saving the edited version of a file to the same folder as the original will show it next to the original, unedited version in your Mylio…
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…
Export to a Folder
Share and Export » Export to a Folder
At some point, you’ll want to export edited images from your Mylio Photos Library. Whether you’ve cropped a photo, adjusted exposure and color, or added important metadata like keywords and ratings, Mylio Photos saves these changes as metadata in XMP sidecar files.…
Export with a Watermark
Share and Export » Export with a Watermark
Adding a watermark helps a layer of protection and personal branding to your photos when sharing online. Mylio Photos offers the option to add a customizable text watermark or apply a graphic watermark to your exported and shared photos. Mylio Photos’ watermark…
Add a Cloud Service
Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Add a Cloud Service
Adding a cloud service is an excellent way for Mylio Photos+ subscribers to back up and protect their photos offsite securely and privately. Users can designate a cloud service as a Vault to back up and protect their entire Mylio Photos Library or add a Cloud service…
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…
Free Up Space on Camera Roll or Media Library
Cleanup Disk Space » Free Up Space on Camera Roll or Media Library
If you’re running out of storage on your mobile device, Mylio Photos can help! The Free Up Space on This Device tool is designed to safely clear media from your Camera Roll or Media Library after verifying that the Original files are securely backed up to another…
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…
Add a Title and Caption
Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Add a Title and Caption
Adding a Title and Caption is a great way to preserve details about an image. The Title and Caption fields are also searchable, which makes it easy to find pictures at a later date. Here are a couple of examples: A travel photographer might add a Title with the…
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. …
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 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…
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…
Create a Black and White Photo
Edit and Improve Images » Balancing Color » Create a Black and White Photo
Black-and-white photos have a timeless quality that works well for various subjects. Open an image in Single Photo View, then click the edit icon to open the Edit Panel. On a computer or tablet, twirl down the arrow next to Color, then select Black & White 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. …
Set a Device Sync Policy Preset
Backup and Protect » Keep Your Devices in Sync » Set a Device Sync Policy Preset
Device Sync Policies determine how your Mylio Photos Library is stored and accessed on each connected device. Mylio Photos includes several built-in sync policy presets designed to support different device types and workflows. You can also create custom SyncPolicies or…
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…
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…
Copy a Folder to Your Mylio Photos Library
Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From a Computer or External Drive » Copy a Folder to Your Mylio Photos Library
Copying a folder from an internal or external drive creates a new version of the selected folder and adds it to your Mylio Photos Library. This is useful if you want to keep your photos and videos in their current location and create a secondary version for use in your…
Move a Folder to your Mylio Photos Library
Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From a Computer or External Drive » Move a Folder to your Mylio Photos Library
Moving a folder on an internal or external drive physically puts the folder and its contents in a new location and deletes the source folder and its contents. This is useful if you want to move all your media into one primary, organized location and do not want to keep…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Reset Edits
Edit and Improve Images » Reset Edits
Editing in Mylio Photos is non-destructive, meaning you can adjust edits or return the image to its unedited state at any time. This frees you to experiment with dramatic style changes and reset as needed. *TIP: Want to undo your most recent edit without resetting…
Edit and Improve Images
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Create Duplicate Files
Manage Files and Folders » Create Duplicate Files
Duplicating files can be useful in many situations. Here are a couple of examples: Creating multiple versions or edits of a photo Preserving an unedited archive copy of your original Select the media you wish to duplicate. Right-click your selection or tap the…
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…
Understanding Linked Folders
Appendix » Understanding Linked Folders
Adding media via a Linked Folder preserves your existing file structure and allows Mylio Photos to display the media from that folder without moving it. When adding a Linked Folder from an external drive or NAS, it is essential to note the differences between…
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…
Backup and Protect
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,…
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…
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 –…
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…
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…
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. …
Auto Organize Folders
Manage Files and Folders » Auto Organize Folders
An organized folder structure is a very rewarding and worthwhile endeavor, but manually organizing folders can be time-consuming and tedious. Mylio Photos’ Auto Organize can help streamline the process of organizing and consolidating folders by automatically…
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…
Join the Mylio Photos Community
Additional Help » Join the Mylio Photos Community
The Mylio Photos Community, located at community.mylio.com, is your hub for Mylio Photos news, events, education, photo sharing, and more. Find other Mylio Photos users and get inspired! Mylio Photos Community FAQs What is the Mylio Photos Community? The Mylio…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Remove Devices
Backup and Protect » Add Devices » Remove Devices
If you have a device listed on your account that you no longer use or possess, you can remove and Unregister the device from your Mylio Account. This may be necessary if you get a new computer, reformat the hard drive on your existing computer, or upgrade to a new…
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…
Appendix
Appendix
In This Chapter: Where are the Photos, Videos, and Documents I Imported? Supported File Types and Cameras File Format Recommendations Comprehensive Guide to QuickFilters Custom Search and Filter Expressions Manage Photo Prioritization Work with RAW+JPEG…
Moving Your Mylio System Folder
Appendix » Moving Your Mylio System Folder
Mylio Photos places the Mylio System Folder in your computer’s User directory by default. This setup is ideal for most users, but there are circumstances where a user may want or need to move the Mylio System Folder to a secondary internal hard drive or external hard…
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…
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…
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…
Glossary – Tools and Terminology
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…
Install Mylio Photos
Install Mylio Photos
Mylio Photos can be installed on a variety of devices, such as computers, tablets, and smartphones including: Windows computers and tablets (Windows 10 version 21H2 and later, 64-bit only; Windows 11) Windows ARM – Surface X Pro (Windows 10 version 21H2 and…
Quick Edits with Presets
Edit and Improve Images » Quick Edits with Presets
Edit Presets allow you to change your photo with a single click instantly. Each Preset includes a saved adjustment set that applies a unique, stylized look to your photograph. You can use the presets included with Mylio Photos or create your own. Presets can be used as…
Adjusting White Balance
Edit and Improve Images » Adjusting White Balance
White Balance defines the “true white” in a photo. Most cameras have a variety of white balance presets for different lighting situations, but in some cases, you may need to adjust the result. An image that is too “cool” will have a bluish color cast. An image…
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…
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
The Mylio Photos Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running with Mylio Photos. Follow along using the Sample Library or start with your photos. Click here to download the Mylio Photos Quick Start Guide (PDF, 27.8 MB) Introduction &…
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…
Browse with Flutter
Appendix » Browse with Flutter
Flutter allows you to quickly see the contents of any Folder or Album by swiping your finger over the container from right to left on touchscreen devices, two-finger swiping from right to left on trackpads, or using your traditional mouse’s scroll wheel while holding…
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…
Hard Drive and Connection Types
Appendix » Hard Drive and Connection Types
Choosing the right external storage for your photos can feel overwhelming, especially with so many types of drives and connection options available. Common questions include: What kind of drive should I use? How much space do I need? How do I connect it to my computer?…
Using QuickFilters in Photo DeDupe
Cleanup Disk Space » Find Duplicate Photos (Photo DeDupe) » Using QuickFilters in Photo DeDupe
By default, the Photo DeDupe tool scans your entire library and lists all duplicates found. If your list of duplicate files is long, you may work with smaller portions of your library using Quickfilters. To find duplicate media, you can compare that selection to your…
Add Media From Android Media Library
Add Photos, Videos, and Documents » Add Media From Android Media Library
There are two ways to add media from an Android phone or tablet into Mylio Photos: Installing the Mylio Photos app on your phone or tablet. The Mylio Photos Android app lets you easily view, edit, and organize the photos from your media library in the Mylio Photos…
Set Desktop Photo
Share and Export » Set Desktop Photo
Creating a custom desktop photo for your computer is a fun way to view your favorite images. You can easily set your desktop background image to any photo in Mylio Photos. Select a photo for your computer’s desktop image. Click the Share icon from the right…
Top App Bar
Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons » Top App Bar
The Top App Bar contains several icons pointing to some of Mylio Photos’ most essential tools and features. Top App Bar on a Phone Icon Name Description Navigate Back Click to return to the previous folder, album, or…
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 …
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…
Cleanup Disk Space
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…
Add Devices
Backup and Protect » Add Devices
Mylio Photos can be installed on any Windows, Android, macOS, or iOS device that meets the system requirements. With a Mylio Photos+ subscription or active trial, any devices connected to your Mylio account will seamlessly connect over your local network or internet…
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 SmartTags
Organize with Metadata in the Info Panel » Using SmartTags
SmartTags are automatically generated using AI to recognize objects and other visual traits about a photo. They are created using a process called computer vision, which attempts to identify the subject and properties of an image. SmartTags include features like…
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…
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 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…
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…
Share and Export
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…
Balancing Color
Edit and Improve Images » Balancing Color
Color has a powerful influence on a photograph’s overall look and feel. If the result straight out of the camera (or scanner) doesn’t look quite right, Mylio Photos has several tools to help you ensure natural-looking and realistic colors in your photographs. …
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…
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…
Menus, Settings, and Icons
Glossary – Tools and Terminology » Menus, Settings, and Icons
Mylio Photos’ user interface has been designed to provide a smooth and user-friendly experience. Whether you’re using the desktop or mobile versions, you’ll appreciate how easy it is to access all of the essential features of the application. Mylio…