I can't open Photos on my Mac

I tried to load a large file of photos into Photos on my Mac. This resulted in me being unable to access any photos. When I attempt to go into Photos I get "Library could not be opened. The library photoslibrary could not be recognised. Updating library 100% complete."

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jan 23, 2024 11:50 AM

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Posted on Jan 23, 2024 12:31 PM

Rule1 wrote: I tried to load a large file of photos

You may have had corrupt files or unsupported formats. I would start over-- create a new library (option-click Photos) and import smaller groups of pictures. If it stops importing, you may have to look for the offending file.


If you're talking about a pre-existing library, then you may need to rebuild your Photos Library by closing Photos and re-launching by option-command-clicking the Photos icon.



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Jan 23, 2024 12:31 PM in response to Rule1

Rule1 wrote: I tried to load a large file of photos

You may have had corrupt files or unsupported formats. I would start over-- create a new library (option-click Photos) and import smaller groups of pictures. If it stops importing, you may have to look for the offending file.


If you're talking about a pre-existing library, then you may need to rebuild your Photos Library by closing Photos and re-launching by option-command-clicking the Photos icon.



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