If you’re uploading a lot of pictures to squeeze them in before Google’s data cap hits, it’s probably a good idea to let your PC run overnight. How long it takes depends on the number of photos you have and the speed of your Internet connection, of course. You can only select one folder at a time, but they will all get uploaded once you’re done.Īfter that, Google’s Backup and Sync service will upload all your selected photos in High quality. The app will install a folder on your computer called Google Drive, and you can drag photos and documents onto the folder to sync its contents with Google Drive on Googles servers. It creates a temporary boot partition that allows you to access certain things on your computer that you might not be able to if your system froze or crashed.
Recovery Mode is the special salvation of the Mac that first launched with OS X 10.7 Lion.
Otherwise, click Choose Folder in that top box to select more locations for your photos. How to install a new copy of macOS Big Sur in Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In the frequency option, you get two options, including. If that suits you then just click Start and you’re off to the races. Step 3: Scroll down > select Google Photos > scroll down > click on Next Step. Ian Paul/IDGīe sure to pick High quality to stay under the cap. Google Photos is a new and smarter product that offers a better platform for us to build amazing experiences and features for you in the future. By default, Google Photos wants to upload your entire pictures folder, and note that the High quality option is selected by default. We apologize for any inconvenience this transition causes, but we want to assure you that we’re doing this with the aim of providing the best photos experience possible. Then you’ll get to the crucial page where you can select folders to upload. Now select Back up photos and videos and select Next.