Open Settings

Method 1

  1. Open the sidebar.
  2. Tap the settings button (gear icon) on the sidebar toolbar.
Tap the settings button on the sidebar toolbar Tap the settings button on the sidebar toolbar

Method 2

  1. Touch and hold the sidebar button.
  2. Tap Settings.
Touch and hold the sidebar button Touch and hold the sidebar button
Tap Settings Tap Settings

Settings Categories

Thumbnail
Default thumbnail layout, sort, grouping, badges, and display options.
Viewer
Viewer appearance, gestures, video, and Live Photo options.
Sidebar
Sidebar section visibility, order, and album name display.
General
Theme, open at startup, share/export, and Spotlight.
Library
System, Local, and External Library options.
Editor
Photo editor color picker and save options.
Security
Passcode, biometric unlock, and private album security.
Privacy
Metadata and analytics when sharing or transferring.
Data
Keywords, events, pinned albums, indexing, and data tools.
Sync
Manual sync via iCloud or Dropbox.
Connected Accounts
Dropbox and other account connections.