How to fix
Transfer multiple photos at once in Phone Link
on Windows

Hello. I can't seem to figure out how to transfer multiple photos at once using Phone Link. It only lets me select one photo at a time. Please, is there another way?

Phone Link is a mobile application designed to facilitate the seamless transfer of files, including photos, between smartphones and computers. The app is intended to streamline the process, providing users with a convenient means to share files instantly. For individuals who want to effectively manage their material across devices, this feature is particularly helpful.

That being said, users have noted a noticeable decrease in the Phone Link app's performance over time. Numerous users have reported an increase in glitches and issues, as well as inconsistent performance from the program. Users seem to report different problems, and the effectiveness of photo transfers seems to depend on the particular smartphone model and brand.

Considering how many people use smartphones as their main camera and storage devices, it is imperative to transfer several photos at once. To guarantee a seamless and quick transfer process, users depend on programs such as Phone Link, which improves their whole digital content management experience. Users may thus be greatly impacted by the stated decline in the app's performance, which can be frustrating and inconvenient, particularly when trying to transmit a large number of photos.

The different experiences customers have based on the models of their phones point to a possible compatibility problem that could be causing some of the issues that have been observed. To get around the problems the Phone Link app has been causing, users have been looking for other alternatives or turning to more conventional techniques like using USB connections to connect their phones.

In this guide, you will find 2 methods that should help you transfer multiple photos at once. If you experience any Windows OS issues, you can run a maintenance tool like [d1] that can fix most system errors, BSODs,[ref en-1] corrupted files, registry[ref en-2] issues, or clear cookies and cache[ref en-3] automatically. Otherwise, follow the step-by-step instructions below.

Method 1. Transfer Multiple Photos using Phone Link

• Open the Phone Link App on your PC and navigate to the gallery app. If prompted, enable screen sharing on your phone and accept the prompt.
• Hold the left mouse button on the photos until the select photos option appears.
• Drag-select the items you want to transfer.
• For optimal results, perform a fast left click and drag left then down for each page.
• Alternatively, a single left click to select individual photos.
• The maximum number of photos per selection seems to be 99.
• Once satisfied with your selection, left-click and hold on one of the selected photos until it pops out with a small number on the top left, indicating the total number of photos.
• Ensure the popped-out photo is clear and not translucent.
• Drag the selected photos to your PC, preferably into an empty folder. A copy icon will appear.
• You may need to wiggle your mouse a little until the copy icon appears.
• Release the mouse button and observe your photos transferring.

Method 2. Connect your Phone via USB Cable

If the Phone Link app is not working or if you encounter any issues, an alternative method to transfer photos is to connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable.

• Take a USB cable compatible with your phone.
• Plug one end into the USB port on your computer.
• Plug the other end into the charging port of your phone.
• Unlock your phone using your PIN, password, or fingerprint.
• Once connected, check your phone's notification bar for a USB connection notification.
• Tap on the notification to open USB connection options.
• Choose the File Transfer or Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) mode. This enables your computer to access the files on your phone.
• On your computer, open File Explorer.
• In File Explorer, you should see your connected phone listed under Devices and Drives or a similar category.
• Open the folder containing your photos on your phone. This may be labeled as DCIM or Pictures.
• Click and drag to select the photos you want to transfer.
• Right-click on the selected photos and choose Copy or Cut to copy or move the files.
• Navigate to the desired folder on your computer.
• Right-click in the folder and choose Paste to transfer the photos.
• Allow some time for the transfer process to complete, especially if you're moving a large number of photos.
• Once the transfer is complete, safely eject or disconnect your phone from the computer. This is typically done by clicking the Eject icon next to your phone in File Explorer.