diff --git a/docs/docs/photos/migration/from-apple-photos/index.md b/docs/docs/photos/migration/from-apple-photos/index.md index 80735bbd76..96ba68671a 100644 --- a/docs/docs/photos/migration/from-apple-photos/index.md +++ b/docs/docs/photos/migration/from-apple-photos/index.md @@ -5,7 +5,25 @@ description: Migrating your existing photos from Apple Photos to Ente Photos # Import from Apple Photos -The Apple Photos app provides an easy way download all your data. +## Mobile + +If you are using Apple Photos on your phone, then the most seamless way is to +install the Ente app on your mobile device. The Ente app will directly read from +your iCloud library and import. + +> [!TIP] +> +> For large libraries, this process may take a bit of time, so you can speed it +> up by keeping the app running in the foreground while the initial import is in +> progress (Note: this is only needed during the initial import, subsequently +> the app will automatically backup photos in the background as you take them). + +## Desktop + +Alternatively, or if you prefer to use the desktop app, then you can use the +following steps: + +#### 1. Export your data from the Apple Photos app. Select the files you want to export (`Command + A` to select them all), and click on `File` > `Export` > `Export Unmodified Originals`. @@ -21,6 +39,8 @@ portions of your Live Photos correctly. Finally, choose an export directory and confirm by clicking `Export Originals`. You will receive a notification from the app once your export is complete. +#### 2. Import into Ente + Now simply drag and drop the downloaded folders into [our desktop app](https://ente.io/download/desktop) and grab a cup of coffee (or a good night's sleep, depending on the size of your library) while we handle the