Step 1: Open the Photos app
To begin, locate and tap the Photos app icon on your iPhone’s home screen. The Photos app is represented by a multicolored flower icon.
Step 2: Tap on “Albums” at the bottom of the screen
Once you’re in the Photos app, you’ll see several options at the bottom of the screen, including “Photos,” “For You,” “Albums,” and “Search.” Tap on “Albums” to access your photo albums.
Step 3: Locate the photo folder you want to delete
In the Albums view, you’ll see a collection of different folders and albums. Scroll through the list or use the search bar at the top to find the specific photo folder you want to delete.
Step 4: Open the photo folder
Once you’ve located the photo folder you want to delete, tap on it to open it. You will then see all the photos contained within the folder.
Step 5: Tap on the “Select” button
In the top-right corner of the screen, you’ll find a “Select” button. Tap on it to enter selection mode.
Step 6: Select the photos within the folder
In selection mode, you can tap on each photo individually to select it for deletion. Alternatively, you can slide your finger across the screen to select multiple photos at once. Selected photos will be marked with a blue checkmark.
Step 7: Tap on the trash can icon
Once you’ve selected all the photos you want to delete from the folder, locate the trash can icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Tap on it to delete the selected photos.
Step 8: Confirm the deletion
A confirmation message will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. Tap on “Delete (number) Photos” to proceed. Please note that this action cannot be undone, so make sure you’ve selected the correct photos.
And that’s it! You have successfully deleted a photo folder on your iPhone. Keep in mind that deleting a photo folder will permanently remove all the photos within it, so double-check before deleting.
By staying organized and regularly decluttering your photo albums, you can free up valuable storage space on your iPhone and keep your memories easily accessible. Happy organizing!