Windows – How to change photo import settings in Windows 8

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In Windows 7, you get a fair bit of control over how pictures are imported (e.g. when you connect a camera or SD card). Specifically, it lets you choose the folder structure that you'd like. For instance, you can have folders be created to match the dates that pictures were taken, which goes a long way to keeping things organized.

But in Windows 8, I have not been able to locate the equivalent settings. The 'Photos' app handles the Import, and the only thing it asks is the folder name where you want everything to get dropped, regardless of the date they were taken.

Is there a way to do this? I've been able to do everything I needed in Windows 8… until I hit this 🙂

Best Answer

For Cameras, Phones, and Connected Devices

  • Open Explorer to Computer
  • Right-click on the device you connected (camera, iPhone, etc.))
  • Select on Import pictures and videos
  • Import Adjust the settings as you want

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For SD cards

  • Rightclick on the removable disk
  • Select Open as Portable Device
  • Rightclick on the portable device in the folder pane to see the import option. If you rightclick on the portable device in the main view it doesn't give you the option, but does by rightclicking in the folder list.
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