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How to download Google Photos album using Google Takeout?
Introduction
Google Photos and the ability to download albums using Google Takeout. Explain the benefits of downloading albums for backup purposes.
Prerequisites
- Google Account
- Google Photos app
- Device with internet access
- Enough storage space for the album download
Step-by-Step Guide
Access Google Takeout
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Select Google Photos
Paragraph on choosing Google Photos under the "Create a new export" section. Mention that only Photos will be included, not Drive files.
Choose Export Options
Subheadings:
- File type & size: Explain the file type and size options for exported photos. Recommend optimal settings.
- Album selection: Detail how to select full photo library or specific albums to download.
- Frequency & destination: Discuss export frequency and destination options. Recommend optimal settings.
- Other settings: Brief overview of additional settings like sharing settings and export file names.
Review Selections
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Export Photos
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Download Exported Files
Subheadings:
- Download from Google Drive: Steps to download if Drive destination selected.
- Download from download page: Process if classic Google Takeout destination selected.
- Download from email: Brief instructions if email destination selected.
Access Downloaded Albums
Paragraph on accessing downloaded albums on your device, including extracting from ZIP files if needed.
Alternative Methods
Subheadings:
- Google Photos website: Instructions for downloading albums from photos.google.com.
- Google Photos app: Steps for downloading albums directly within the mobile app.
- Takeout from Archive: Brief note about downloading archived photos.
- Drive or third party apps: Short description of other methods like Drive or third party backup apps.
Tips for Managing Exported Albums
Subheadings:
- Storage: Tips for storing album downloads like external drives.
- Organization: Recommendations for keeping downloads organized by album, date, etc.
- Backups: Suggest periodically exporting again for backup purposes.
- Quality: Note that original quality is maintained in downloads.
- Editing: Mention downloading does not allow further online editing or sharing.
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Troubleshooting Issues
Subheadings:
- Album missing: Troubleshoot album not appearing in Takeout.
- Download fails: Fixes for failed or interrupted downloads.
- Zip extraction: Tips for issues extracting downloaded ZIP files.
- Storage space: Resolving insufficient storage errors.
- Other problems: General troubleshooting advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Takeout download original quality photos? (Yes)
- Are Drive files included in Photos Takeout? (No, only Google Photos)
- Can I select individual photos to download? (No, full albums only)
- Does Takeout remove photos from my Google Photos library? (No, it only copies them)
- How long does an album download take? (Varies based on size and destination)
- Does downloading albums free up storage space? (No, space used remains unchanged)
Conclusion
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