Trying to merge libraries after re-install of 10.5
This is a variation of an oft repeated theme in this forum.
My iMac crashed during a software upgrade. I was not properly backed-up (my bad).
I did save my data by doing an archive re-install.
The only important stuff is my photos.
I now have a few months of photos in my main iPhoto library: MacIntosh HD\Places\Pictures\iPhoto Library
My old photos (8 yrs worth) are located at: Macintosh HD\Previous Systems\Previous Systems 1\Users\JAB\Pictures\iPhoto Library
I know they are all present with the Event structure intact since I can open them in iPhoto using the alt-launch.
Can I merge these libraries and keep the Event structure intact?
I'd like to delete the Previous System file so I can just back up everything to my Time Capsule and save the space.
Thanks in advance for any help.......... JB
Welcome to the Apple Discussions.
Download iPhoto Library Manager and use its' Merge command to do what you want.
Regards
TD
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