What is how to transfer photos from iphone to pc windows 10?

Here's information on transferring photos from your iPhone to a Windows 10 PC, formatted in Markdown with links to conceptual explanations:

Transferring Photos from iPhone to Windows 10

There are several methods for transferring photos from your iPhone to your Windows 10 PC:

  • Using the Photos App: This is often the simplest method.

    1. Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.
    2. Unlock your iPhone and tap "Trust This Computer" if prompted.
    3. On your PC, open the Photos app (search for it in the Start menu).
    4. Click "Import" in the top right corner.
    5. Choose "From a USB device".
    6. The Photos app will scan your iPhone for photos and videos.
    7. Select the photos you want to import and click "Import selected". You can also import all new items.
    8. Choose where you want to save the photos on your PC. Important subjects about this topic is USB Connection and Photos App.
  • Using File Explorer: This method allows you to directly access the iPhone's file system.

    1. Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.
    2. Unlock your iPhone and tap "Trust This Computer" if prompted.
    3. Open File Explorer (Windows Key + E).
    4. Your iPhone should appear under "This PC" as an Apple iPhone or similar name.
    5. Double-click your iPhone, then navigate to "Internal Storage" > "DCIM" (Digital Camera Images).
    6. Your photos and videos will be organized into folders.
    7. Copy and paste or drag and drop the files you want to transfer to a folder on your PC. Important subjects about this topic is File Explorer and DCIM Folder.
  • Using iCloud Photos (if enabled): If you have iCloud Photos enabled on your iPhone and iCloud for Windows installed on your PC, your photos will automatically sync to your PC.

    1. Download and install iCloud for Windows from the Microsoft Store.
    2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
    3. Make sure "Photos" is selected in the iCloud for Windows settings.
    4. Your photos will be downloaded to your PC. The default location is usually C:\Users\[Your Username]\Pictures\iCloud Photos. Important subjects about this topic is iCloud Photos and Apple ID.
  • Troubleshooting:

    • iPhone not recognized: Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed (even if you don't use it for music). Restart both your iPhone and PC. Try a different USB cable or USB port.
    • Photos not visible: Ensure "Trust This Computer" has been tapped on your iPhone when connected.
    • HEIC format: iPhones sometimes save photos in HEIC format, which might not be natively supported by older versions of Windows. You can configure your iPhone to capture photos in "Most Compatible" JPEG format under Settings > Camera > Formats. Alternatively, you can install a HEIC codec on your PC. Important subjects about this topic is HEIC Format and JPEG Format.