3 Ways to Fix iPhone Files Not Showing Up on PC
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Try Basic Fixes
Fix 1: Change the Capture Format to “Most Compatible”
The iPhone can capture photos and videos in two formats —High Efficiency and Most Compatible. The High Efficiency format uses HEIF or HEVC compression standard to save more space on your iPhone’s storage. However, this format is not compatible with all devices. As a result, files recorded in these formats may not show up on your PC.
On the other hand, the Most Compatible format uses the standard JPEG or H.264 compression standards which are compatible with most devices. So, it’s a good idea to change the capture format to this option. Here’s how to do it.
Step 1:Open theSettingsapp and navigate toCamera>Formats.
Step 2:SelectMost Compatible.
Fix 2: Use iTunes to Transfer Files
iTunes is an app developed by Apple to transfer files to and from your iPhone. If you can’t access the files on your iPhone using Windows Explorer, we suggest using iTunes. All the files on your iPhone will be accessible.
Step 1:Install iTuneson your Windows PC using the link below.
Step 2:Open iTunes and connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable.
Step 3:A prompt on your iPhone will pop up asking if you want to allow the device to access photos and videos. SelectAllow.
Step 4:You will see another prompt on your iPhone asking if you want to trust the computer. Tap onTrust. Then, enter your passcode.
Step 5:After that, you need to allow your computer to access the information on your iPhone. Click onContinue.
Step 6:Your iPhone’s contents will now show up in iTunes. Use the pane on the left to navigate to the category you want and access your files.
Fix 3: Enable the “Keep Originals” Toggle in Photo Settings
This setting is correlated to the compatibility point we mentioned earlier. There is an option within the Photos app that lets you choose whether you want your iPhone to transfer media in a compatible format or the original recorded format. If large files are not showing up on your PC, changing this setting will fix that. Here’s how to do it.
Step 1:Open theSettingsapp on your iPhone.
Step 2:Scroll down and navigate to thePhotostab.
Step 3:Right at the bottom, under “Transfer to Mac or PC,” selectKeep Originals.
Connect your iPhone to the PC, and the files that weren’t showing up earlier will be visible.
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Last updated on 03 September, 2024
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