

The Windows Photos app can take care of file management, or when using the File Explorer, complete control of folder structure and file location is possible. This is quite similar to the choice provided on a Mac. When using a Windows PC, photos can be retrieved from an iPhone by using Windows File Explorer or the Photos app.

Transferring photos using the Photos app on a Mac. The Photos app takes care of the details of where files are stored and provides a more photo-centric interface, as well as the ability to make quick edits to an image.

Transferring photos using Image Capture on a Mac. Image Capture allows the user to select a specific drive and folder for storage, providing the most flexibility when the photographer wants to manage their storage options. On a Mac computer, there are two apps that can be used to import photos from an iPhone over a Lightning cable, Image Capture or the Photos app. Look for Apple’s Made for iPhone (MFi) stamp of approval.
