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When I updated to Catalina I no longer have access to my photos in iPhotos, is there a way to recover them or are they lost forever?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Apr 16, 2021 1:24 PM

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Posted on Apr 16, 2021 1:29 PM

iPhotos was discontinued and replaced by the Photos app 6 years ago. Photos will open and convert your iPhoto Library. Hold down the option key while starting the Photos app and it will allow you to choose the iPhotos library.

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Apr 16, 2021 1:29 PM in response to alltheglitter

iPhotos was discontinued and replaced by the Photos app 6 years ago. Photos will open and convert your iPhoto Library. Hold down the option key while starting the Photos app and it will allow you to choose the iPhotos library.

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