why do i need to download pictures that already exist in my gallery
why do i have to download pictures that already exist in my gallery?
iPhone 6, iOS 12
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Sounds like you are using iCloud for your photos with "Optimise iPhone Storage" option enabled.
If so, all of the originals are stored in iCloud with mini-versions on the phone itself.
Turn on "Keep Originals" if you would like to store them on the device, but be aware of the storage.