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Peter F.58's avatar
Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3
4 months ago

Duplicate photos in the photos directory. How to remove them?

You are missing the point Jay.
The photos folder cannot be downloaded to a device.
These are thousands of duplicates in the photos folder on the web directory..
Why cannot a script be written to search for duplicate photos and files from the access on the web and delete them from there.....
Peter
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  • Megan's avatar
    Megan
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    Hi Peter F.58, thanks for posting here! 

     

    I'm not entirely sure we're on the same page here. Let's jump right into this.

     

    I understand that you're facing a problem with some duplicated files. However, you mentioned my colleague Jay, and I couldn't find a relevant, previous conversation from your current Community profile.

     

    If you could give me some context, I'd love for us to investigate further. 

     

    Keep me posted! 

    • Peter F.58's avatar
      Peter F.58
      Explorer | Level 3
      It was a post from 2018 just found his reply while searching.
      Is there a solution to delete thousands of duplicate photos in you photos directory on the web... not on your device
    • Peter F.58's avatar
      Peter F.58
      Explorer | Level 3
      I found the post of Jay where can I send a screen shot of it
  • Peter F.58's avatar
    Peter F.58
    Explorer | Level 3
    I just searched for a solution to delete duplicates and came across his reply as a support
    • Megan's avatar
      Megan
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      We don't have a specific feature that would automatically detect any duplicates and remove them unless you do it manually Peter F.58.

       

      Your feedback regarding this has been very valuable and I will endeavor to make sure your voice is heard.

       

      I will pass on your comments to the relevant departments so that we can further improve our product! 

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