System Library
The System Library is the iOS Photo Library.
The System Library is the iOS Photo Library.
Manages the same photos you see in the Photos app. Photos are not copied to
HashPhotos. The management here also applies to the Photos app.
On iOS 27 or later, keywords, captions, and ratings in the System Library are shared with Apple Photos. Smart albums remain HashPhotos-only.
On iOS 26 and earlier — Smart albums, keywords, memos, and ratings are not shared with Apple Photos. They are only available in HashPhotos unless you use System Keywords or Sync.
Library Overview
View a summary of your System Library — total storage, media type breakdown, yearly and monthly activity, and file format counts.
- Open the sidebar.
- Make sure the System Library tab is selected at the top.
- Tap the … button on the System Library header, then tap Overview.
