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Currently, Google Photos displays all photos stored in the DCIM folder, which typically includes images taken with the device’s camera. While users can back up photos from other apps like WhatsApp or Office Lens, these photos are then mixed in with the camera photos, potentially cluttering the main view.
The new feature, spotted in Google Photos v6.813, will introduce a dedicated “Photos view” section in the app’s settings. This section will include options to customize how backed-up images from other apps are displayed. Users will be able to choose from four options: “Show all,” “Hide clutter,” “Show none,” and “Custom.”
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- Show all: All backed-up images, including those from other apps, will be visible in the main Photos view.
- Hide clutter: Lower-priority content like GIFs and memes from other apps will be hidden, while other photos will remain visible.
- Show none: No backed-up images from other apps will appear in the main Photos view, but they will still be backed up and accessible elsewhere.
- Custom: Users can individually choose which apps they want to see photos from in the main Photos view.
This new feature will be a welcome addition for users who rely on Google Photos for both storage and photo management. By providing more control over what appears in the main photo feed, users can better organize their photos and avoid clutter. While the feature is not yet live, it has a huge potential to enhance the Google Photos experience once it rolls out.