However, by default, the app only includes the Pictures folders. If you keep your media files on an external storage or in the network, you can use the “Folders” settings to add or remove any location to the Photos app. You can even hide the OneDrive and iCloud Photos integrations if you don’t use these services. This guide will teach you the steps to add and remove folder locations on the Photos app for Windows 11.
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Add folder location on Photos app
To add a new folder (or drive) location to the Photos app, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the app will show the media files from all the locations.
Remove folder location on Photos app
To remove a folder location from the Photos app, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the folder will continue to be available on your computer, but its content will no longer be available through the Photos app.
Hide OneDrive or iCloud Photos locations
To remove the OneDrive or iCloud Photos folders from the Photos app on Windows 11, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the cloud storage services will no longer show pictures and videos in the Photos app.
If you hide the OneDrive folders, this action will remove the “Pictures” folder if connected to the cloud storage service from the “Folders” settings page. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
