How to Put Photos on USB from Mac

Are you looking for ways to transfer your cherished photos from your iPhone to a USB flash drive using your Mac? Look no further! With Apple's proprietary online storage solution, iCloud, and the Photos app on your Mac, transferring your images can be a breeze. In this article, we'll walk you through two simple methods to get your photos safely stored on a USB stick.

Option 1: Transfer from iPhone to Flash Drive via Photos App

To transfer your iPhone photos to a flash drive using the Photos app, follow these steps:

1. Plug in your iPhone and open the Photos app.

2. Select all the photos you want to transfer by tapping the 'Select' button at the top-right corner of the screen.

3. Click on the 'Share' icon (represented by a box with an arrow coming out of it) and select 'Import Selected'.

4. Choose 'From a USB device' as the PC will treat your iPhone like a USB device.

5. Tap the 'Trust' button that appears to allow your Mac to access your iPhone's photos.

Option 2: Uploading Your Photos to iCloud

Alternatively, you can upload your photos to iCloud and then transfer them to a flash drive using the following steps:

1. Log in to iCloud from your computer.

2. Tap on 'iCloud' and select the 'Photo' tab.

3. Click on the 'Settings' tab on your iPhone.

4. Toggle the 'iCloud Photo Library' widget to automatically upload your images to the cloud.

Once you've transferred your photos, you can copy them to a new folder on your USB stick for safekeeping. Create a folder with a simple name like 'iPhone Images' along with the month and year to stay organized. Simply insert your flash drive into an open slot on your Mac, navigate to the folder, and transfer your images.

Whether you choose Option 1 or Option 2, transferring your iPhone photos to a USB flash drive is a straightforward process that will ensure your treasured memories are safely stored for years to come.

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