Tired of your iPhone trying to send photos as an iCloud link? Read this
Are you tired of your iPhone automatically sending photos as an iCloud link when you share them with friends and family? This can be annoying, especially if the person receiving the message isn’t familiar with how iCloud works. In this article, we will help you understand why this happens and provide the solution to prevent this from happening in the future.
Why does your iPhone send photos as an iCloud link?
Apple introduced a new feature in iOS 12 called ‘iCloud Photo Sharing’ aimed at making it easier to share high-resolution images and videos without using up too much data or storage space. When enabled, this feature will automatically create an iCloud link containing the photos or videos you wish to share instead of sending them directly. The intention is to save bandwidth and provide a better user experience.
How to stop your iPhone from sending photos as an iCloud link
To avoid sending content as an iCloud link, follow these steps:
1. Open the ‘Settings’ app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on ‘Photos.’
3. Under the ‘Shared Albums’ section, disable the toggle for ‘Shared Albums.’
4. If you want to disable automatic sharing through Messages, scroll further down to the ‘Messages’ section and turn off ‘iCloud Photos.’
Alternative ways of sending photos
If you still want to send high-resolution photos but don’t want to use an iCloud link, here are some alternative methods:
1. Email
Attach the photos directly to an email and send them from within the Mail app on your iPhone.
2. File-sharing services
Use third-party file-sharing services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or WeTransfer.
3. Messaging apps
Many messaging apps like WhatsApp and Messenger allow you to send high-resolution images without compressing them.
In conclusion, while Apple’s iCloud Photo Sharing feature aims to improve user experience by conserving data and storage, it may not be suitable for everyone. By following the steps above, you can disable the feature and share your photos using other methods that better suit your preferences.
