This guide will show you how to download and open the Picture Keeper app on your Mac. There are a few options for using the app, so we'll go over each below. If you're using an older version of Mac, you may need Option 2 or Option 3. For the vast majority of users, however, Option 1 is likely all you'll need.
OPTION 1: INSTALLING FROM THE MAC APP STORE
This version of the Picture Keeper app works with macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or higher. Just follow the steps below to get started:
- Click this link to open the Mac App Store to the Picture Keeper app page.
- Click either Open App Store or View in Mac App Store:
- Click Get:
- Click Install:
- Enter your password if prompted, and then wait for the app to install:
- Click Open:
- Once you're in the app, use this guide for help getting started.
OPTION 2: USING THE APP INSTALLED ON THE PICTURE KEEPER
This version of the Picture Keeper app works with macOS 10.11 (El Capitan) or higher. First, connect your Picture Keeper to your Mac. Then follow the steps below to get started:
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Click the Finder
icon in your Dock to open a Finder window. - Click PKBACKUP on the left:
- Double-click PictureKeeperForMac to open the app:
- Once you're in the app, use this guide for help getting started.
OPTION 3: USING REPAIR TOOL TO INSTALL PICTURE KEEPER V4
This version of the Picture Keeper app works with macOS 10.9 (Mavericks) and 10.10 (Yosemite). First, use this guide to download and run our Repair Tool. Then, ensure your Picture Keeper is connected to your Mac, and follow the steps below to get started:
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Click the Finder icon in your Dock to open a Finder window.
- Click PKBACKUP on the left:
- Click to open the "Picture Keeper" folder:
- Scroll down and double-click PictureKeeperForMacV4 to open the app:
- Once you're in the app, use this guide for help getting started.
**If you need any additional assistance, please contact Picture Keeper Support.