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Photo Library - can't find original file when I try to download or edit

I have my photos on an external drive. I can see the photos in my upload history. They open fine. I have double check to maker sure I can edit and download. However once I close photos and and remove the external drive, the next time i one the files it says "can't find originals" This have happened the last 3 times I have imported photos from my camera. What could be causing this issue and how to do fix it and find my originals?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Dec 14, 2020 3:26 PM

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Posted on Dec 14, 2020 4:16 PM

Are you running a "managed" or "referenced" library?



If it's a referenced library you should convert it to a managed one. Read this user tip on "referenced" libraries: Disadvantages of a Referenced Library in Photos - Updated for macOS 10.15 Catalina


Also how is the EHD formatted?


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Photo Library - can't find original file when I try to download or edit

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