Is there a way to delete photos from main library once the are in an album without deleting from the album?

Is there a way to delete photos from main library once photo is in an album without deleting it from the album?

iPhone 12, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 4, 2021 12:44 PM

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Posted on Nov 4, 2021 12:48 PM

No. Your library displays the complete contents.

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Nov 4, 2021 12:48 PM in response to jeri42

No. Your library displays the complete contents.

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