How to REDUCE the Photos Library size to conserve hard drive space

How do I REDUCE the Photos Library size to conserve hard drive space? e.g. Lightroom has the feature to set the local HD space for photos library. YEs, I could do another AFPS volume, etc, but I want to REDUCE the size size of the library BEFORE I move it.


Posted on Dec 30, 2022 05:45 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Dec 30, 2022 11:43 PM

Basically there are two ways:


You can Optimise your Mac Storage: "Optimise Mac Storage: Save space on your Mac by storing full-resolution originals in iCloud and keeping smaller versions on the computer when needed."


Change settings in Photos on Mac - Apple Support (IE)


or have less photographs.


But the truth is that running a Photos installation uses a lot of space.


1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Dec 30, 2022 11:43 PM in response to AppleNutz-2020

Basically there are two ways:


You can Optimise your Mac Storage: "Optimise Mac Storage: Save space on your Mac by storing full-resolution originals in iCloud and keeping smaller versions on the computer when needed."


Change settings in Photos on Mac - Apple Support (IE)


or have less photographs.


But the truth is that running a Photos installation uses a lot of space.


This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

How to REDUCE the Photos Library size to conserve hard drive space

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.