How Do I Delete Duplicate Photos in iPhoto?

Are you tired of having duplicate photos cluttering up your iPhoto library? You're not alone! With the transition from iPhoto to Photos, many users have found themselves with a large collection of duplicate images. Fortunately, there's a simple solution.

To start, make sure you've got your iPhoto library open and select the album that contains the duplicates. Next, right-click on one of the duplicate photos and select 'Delete.' Confirm that you want to delete this photo by clicking 'OK' in the popup window. You should then go through that album and confirm that the remaining photos are legitimate.

Once you've confirmed that the remaining photos are not duplicates, it's time to create a new album with just the duplicate photos found. To do this, click on the 'File' menu and select 'New Album.' In the 'Album Name' field, enter a name for your new album, such as 'Duplicates.' Then, click on the 'Create' button to create the new album.

Next, go through each of the duplicate photos you've identified and drag them into your new 'Duplicates' album. Once all the duplicates are in their new home, you can simply delete the remaining non-duplicate photos from your original album.

If you're looking for a more automated solution, there's an AppleScript that can help you find and delete duplicate photos in iPhoto. The script creates a folder called 'Duplicates' and adds a new album with all the found duplicates. You can copy the script to your iPhoto script folder or run it from ScriptEditor.

When using this script, be sure to select one or two years at a time to avoid any issues with memory. Also, keep in mind that if you look at the 'free' programs on the App Store, many of them are either scams or teasers for paid versions.

By following these steps, you should be able to easily identify and delete duplicate photos from your iPhoto library.

How do i delete duplicate photos in iphoto