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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 s...
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Peter F.58's avatar
Peter F.58
Explorer | Level 3
4 months ago
I just searched for a solution to delete duplicates and came across his reply as a support
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    Megan
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    4 months ago

    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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