What does file pinning mean in iCloud Photos?
I'm trying to download photos from iCloud to Windows 10 PC using iCloud for Windows version 11.2. Assuming the photos have been downloaded by checking the 'Always keep on this device' option, what is the difference between pinned and unpinned file (i.e. keeping the option checked vs unchecked)?
Thanks beforehand.
Windows, Windows 6
Hey there arya293,
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. It sounds like you have some questions about what a pinned photo is. I’ll be happy to help with this.
Having a pinned file means it’s always downloaded to your device. You can pin an individual photo, video, or your entire iCloud Photos folder and you’ll see “Always keep on this device” has a checkmark next to it when you do this. You can read more about this in the following links:
Upload and download photos in iCloud for Windows
Pin files and folders in iCloud for Windows
I hope this helps.
Take care.
Hey there arya293,
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. It sounds like you have some questions about what a pinned photo is. I’ll be happy to help with this.
Having a pinned file means it’s always downloaded to your device. You can pin an individual photo, video, or your entire iCloud Photos folder and you’ll see “Always keep on this device” has a checkmark next to it when you do this. You can read more about this in the following links:
Upload and download photos in iCloud for Windows
Pin files and folders in iCloud for Windows
I hope this helps.
Take care.
iCloud Photos Pin File
