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How do I get access to my photos on iPhoto now that it doesn't work with the new software? I need my photos!!!

How do I get access to my photos on iPhoto now that it doesn't work with the new software? I need my photos!!!


Posted on Oct 24, 2019 11:52 AM

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Posted on Oct 24, 2019 12:19 PM

You may also want to look at this document: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT204655


Which version of iPhoto have you been using? Photos can only open libraries from iPhoto 8.0 or newer. Older versions need to be prepared with the iPhoto Library Upgrader Tool (iPhoto Library Upgrader), that does not run on Catalina. This preparation has been done on an earlier system version.


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Oct 24, 2019 12:19 PM in response to ladibyrd

You may also want to look at this document: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT204655


Which version of iPhoto have you been using? Photos can only open libraries from iPhoto 8.0 or newer. Older versions need to be prepared with the iPhoto Library Upgrader Tool (iPhoto Library Upgrader), that does not run on Catalina. This preparation has been done on an earlier system version.


How do I get access to my photos on iPhoto now that it doesn't work with the new software? I need my photos!!!

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