HT204655: Updating from iPhoto to Photos for OS X

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tungnguyen
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Q: Can't download iPhoto update in AppStore after upgrading to OS X EI Capitan from OS X Maverick

Hello all,

Does anyone know the reason and how to fix this issue?

 

Thanks,

Tung

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Oct 1, 2015 3:14 AM

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Q: Can't download iPhoto update in AppStore after upgrading to OS X EI Capitan from OS X Maverick

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  • by Carolyn Samit,

    Carolyn Samit Carolyn Samit Oct 1, 2015 3:16 AM in response to tungnguyen
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    Apple Music
    Oct 1, 2015 3:16 AM in response to tungnguyen

    The iPhoto app was replaced by the Photos app. Look in your Applications folder.

  • by Terence Devlin,

    Terence Devlin Terence Devlin Oct 1, 2015 7:54 AM in response to tungnguyen
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    iLife
    Oct 1, 2015 7:54 AM in response to tungnguyen

    Go to the App Store and check out the Purchases List. If iPhoto is there then it will be v9.6.1

     

    If it is there, then drag your existing iPhoto app (not the library, just the app) to the trash

     

    Install the App from the App Store.

     

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    Sometimes iPhoto is not visible on the Purchases List. it may be hidden. See this article for details on how to unhide it.

     

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4928

     

    One question often asked: Will I lose my Photos if I reinstall?

     

    iPhoto the application and the iPhoto Library are two different parts of the iPhoto programme. So, reinstalling the app should not affect the Library. BUT you should always have a back up before doing this kind of work. Always.