TIFF is a lossless file format that works well for transferring photos between computers and apps. JPEG creates small-size files suitable for use with websites and other photo apps. In the Photos app on your Mac, select the item you want to export.Ĭhoose File > Export > Export Photos.Ĭlick the Photo Kind pop-up menu and choose the file type for the exported photos. You can also export a Live Photo as a still image. You can choose the size and format for the exported photos. You can also use the Export command, which allows you to specify file format, filenaming, and subfolder organization settings. The easiest way to export photos is to drag them to a location in the Finder. You can export photos so that you can import them and work with them in other apps.
