How to Empty the Trash in IPhoto

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IPhoto is the digital photo suite application that comes embedded in each Macintosh computer. It is a registered Apple product. IPhoto makes it easy to share, upload, store and organize all of your pictures. Occasionally, you need to delete pictures for a variety of reasons and that is why it is important to know how to empty the trash in iPhoto.

Instructions

1. 

   Open the iPhoto application. This is usually accessed through the iPhoto icon on your dock.

2. 

   Click on iPhoto on the source toolbar. From there select "Empty Trash." The keyboard shortcut for this is the Up arrow, Command (or Apple) key and Delete.

3. 

   You will receive a warning that asks if you want to delete the photos permanently. If you choose yes, you cannot undo the action. To continue, click the "OK" tab.

4. Close out of iPhoto if you are done organizing your pictures or proceed to the next step in your iPhoto experience. Your iPhoto trash is now emptied.

Tips & Warnings

• To keep your Mac running smoothly, remember to empty your iPhoto trash as often as your desktop trash.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish