- Power on your GoPro. Enable pairing mode on your GoPro. Download the GoPro app from the App Store on your iPhone. Pair your GoPro app on your iPhone with your GoPro camera (if they aren't connected already). Tap the 3x3 grid icon next to the red circle. Tap a video to select it.
- How to find your SD card on a Mac: If you’re on a Mac computer, click on the Finder icon in the left side your Dock. A Finder window will open. On the left, you’ll see your SD card listed under Devices. It’ll be listed as something like “NO NAME” or “UNTITLED”. Step 3: Locate your pictures and videos folder(s) on your SD card.
Usually, these issues result in high latency or lag, which in turn cause your download to fail. One solution is to clear the temporary Internet files under the History section in your browser and try the download again. How do I clear my Internet browser history? Internet connectivity or stability issues. Without further information, my first guess is a corrupted SD card. Try the following steps. 1) With the SD Card inserted, locate and launch Disk Utility.app 2) On the left column lists of hard disks, DVD/CD and other storage devices detected on your MacBook Pro. 3) Click once to select the SD card.
Before you begin
Here's what you need to use iCloud Photos on your PC:
- Windows 7 or later
- Your Apple ID
My Photo Stream isn't available on iCloud for Windows 10 and later. To learn more, check the system requirements for iCloud.
If you see a 'We detected that you are using an older version of Windows' message, learn what to do.
How do I see the photos and videos I uploaded to iCloud Photos from my PC?
After you upload the photos from your PC to iCloud Photos, you can view and manage your photos and videos in the Photos app on iCloud.com and your Apple devices.
How do I download all of my photos and videos to my Windows PC?
In iCloud for Windows 11.1, optimized versions of all photos and videos automatically download to your PC once you enable iCloud Photos. Open the photo or video to download the full version.
In iCloud for Windows 10 and earlier, after you turn on iCloud Photos on all of your devices, any new photos and videos you add to your library will automatically download to your PC.* You can also download your photos and videos by year. You can find the download button by clicking iCloud in the Windows Notification Area.
* New photos and videos automatically download to your PC at C:Usersyour nameMy PicturesiCloud PhotosDownloads.
How do I see the status of my upload or download?
After you download iCloud for Windows, you can add it to your status bar to see the progress of your iCloud uploads and downloads. Click the iCloud icon in the Windows Notification Area on your PC. You might need to click Show hidden icons in the Notification Area to see iCloud.
I made edits to a photo or video on my Apple device but don’t see them on my PC
In the latest version of iCloud for Windows, edits and deletions will download automatically.
In iCloud for Windows 10 and earlier, iCloud Photos on your Windows PC downloads your photos one time. If you make photo edits after they download to your PC, the edited version won't download again. If you want to save the edited version to your PC, you can download individual photos and videos from iCloud.com or download them by year.
- Click the Cloud icon in the Windows Notification Area on your PC.
- Click Download Photos.
- Choose the photos and videos you want to download and click Download.
If you edit a photo on your PC that you've already uploaded to iCloud Photos, you can change the filename of the photo and upload it to iCloud Photos again.
I added photos to My Photo Stream, but they aren't on my devices
If you add photos to iCloud on your PC, but you don't see them on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, follow these steps:
- On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, tap Settings > Wi-Fi. Make sure that Wi-Fi is on and your iOS device is connected to the Internet. Get help if you can't connect to Wi-Fi on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
- On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, tap Settings > [your name] > iCloud. If you're using iOS 10.2 or earlier, go to Settings > iCloud. Make sure that you’re signed in with the same Apple ID that you’re using with iCloud for Windows.
- Open iCloud for Windows, and next to Photos, click Options. Turn on My Photo Stream.
- Close and then reopen iCloud for Windows.
- Restart your computer.
When you turn on iCloud Photos on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or Mac, the photos you add from your PC appear in the Recents album.
If you still don’t see your Photos on your iOS devices, copy your photos to the Uploads folder.
Why Does My Go Pro Wont Download Pictures To My Macbook Pro
Copy photos to the Photos Uploads folder
You can also copy your photos from a folder on your PC to the Photos Uploads folder in iCloud.
- Open a File Explorer window (Windows 8 and later) or Windows Explorer window (Windows 7).
- Go to Favorites > iCloud Photos.
- In another window, open the folder where you currently store the photos that you want to add to iCloud Photos or My Photo Stream.
- Select the photos that you want to add.
- Drag and drop them into the Uploads folder within iCloud Photos.
What happened to the My Photo Stream folder?
In iCloud for Windows 10 or later, My Photo Stream is no longer available.
In iCloud for Windows 7, after you turn on iCloud Photos on your PC, My Photo Stream turns off automatically. If you want to send new photos to your devices that don't use iCloud Photos, you can turn My Photo Stream back on in iCloud Photo Options. When you use both iCloud Photos and My Photo Stream, you can see your My Photo Stream photos when you go to Pictures > iCloud Photos > Downloads.
Why am I seeing duplicate photos?
iCloud for Windows downloads a JPEG or MOV file for each Live Photo currently stored in iCloud Photos.
You may also see extra copies of photos when they have been edited in the iOS or macOS Photos app before being downloaded to your PC. Learn more about edited photos in iCloud Photos.
How do I delete photos and videos in iCloud Photos?
In iCloud for Windows 11.1, photos and videos that you delete from your Apple device or iCloud.com will delete from your PC unless you have chosen to pin them. And when you delete a photo or video on your PC, it will also delete in iCloud Photos.
In iCloud for Windows 10 and earlier, you can delete photos and videos in the Photos app on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, and on iCloud.com.
When you delete photos and videos from your Apple device or on iCloud.com, they won't delete from your PC. And when you delete a photo or video on your PC, it won't delete in iCloud Photos.
How does iCloud Photos handle RAW photos?
iCloud Photos keeps all of your RAW photos with embedded JPEGs stored in their original formats. You can view thumbnail versions on your Mac, or download and edit them on your Mac or PC.
I get a 'We detected that you are using an older version of Windows' message
If you are running an older version of Windows 10, you may see a message that states 'We detected that you are using an older version of Windows. iCloud Photos capability will be slightly limited on this version of Windows.' To get full iCloud Photos capabilities, upgrade to Windows 10 build 18363 or later and download and install the HEVC decoder and HEIF plugin from the Microsoft Store.
So you’re trying to upload your photos and videos – but your computer isn’t recognizing your GoPro camera? In this post, you’ll learn how to fix the problem of your GoPro not showing up on your PC. I include 5 methods, plus answer some common questions.
How to Make Your GoPro Show Up on PC
If you’re struggling with getting your footage off your camera, I feel your pain. It should just work, shouldn’t it?
But don’t worry. It isn’t that complicated. A few tips and pointers and you shouldn’t have this problem again.
First off, I recommend you check out our guide to connecting a GoPro to a computer. It covers the basic methods (with a card reader and USB cable). It could be that you’re missing just one step.
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If you have a pretty good handle about connecting things, let’s get started.
1. Turn on Your Camera
The number one reason that a computer won’t recognize a GoPro is that it isn’t on. Simple fix, right? So, is your camera on?
This solution works if you’ve connected your camera with a USB cable to your computer. The camera requires power to display and transfer photos and videos to your computer.
2. Check your Memory Card
Take a second and check your microSD card.
Here’s what to check on your memory card:
- Is there any visible damage? Look for dust, residue, warping, or anything else to suggest it isn’t in working order.
- Is it properly installed? If it isn’t seated correctly or only half in there, it can’t be seen or read. Your computer requires an SD card in order to recognize the camera.
- Is it there? I know, we’re all smarter than that. Until one time we aren’t. It’s worth checking. Trust me.
3. Check your GoPro USB cable
There’s a couple of things your checking here.
- First, is the cable well connected to the computer? And to your camera? Both ends should be flush and inserted the whole way. Watch for loose connections – this might identify a damaged cable or USB port.
- Second, is the cable in good shape? They can get some rough treatment. If the cable has been kinked or broken, it might not be communicating data back and forth.
If you have a concern, try to swap it out with another cable. It might be time for a new cable.
Here’s a nice set of USB-C to USB A cables. They come in 3, 6, and 10 foot lengths. Of course, it’s always important to double check which specific cable your GoPro needs.
USB-C is a pretty common cable – powering lots of other devices including many phones. It might be worth checking for a spare cable so you can get your images uploaded today.
4. Try Another USB Port
So if your cable looks like it’s in good shape, it might not be the problem. It could be that your computer’s USB port isn’t quite right.
This could mean that it’s a little damaged. But sometimes these ports – especially on older gear – can be a little temperamental. Just move the USB A cable to another port and try again.
If it works, it’s a simple fix. Takes just a couple seconds.
5. Try Another Connection Method
Why Does My Go Pro Wont Download Pictures To My Macbook Air
So if you’re still striking out – and your GoPro just won’t show up, it’s time to try a different method.
If you’ve been trying to connect your GoPro via USB to your computer, now you should try this.
- Remove your microSD card from your GoPro.
- Insert it into a USB card reader or SD card adapter.
- Now insert this into your computer.
- Open File Explorer (press Window Key + E)
- Now you should see your SD card. It will likely have two folders: DCIM and MISC.
- Open the DCIM folder. Now you can just drag and drop your photos and videos to your computer.
If there is a problem with your camera or USB, this method should work – because it bypasses both of them.
If this doesn’t work, it would appear that your microSD card has been damaged.
Do I Need a GoPro Driver?
No. GoPro cameras don’t require a specific driver to connect to a computer.
While they do use a MTP device driver, this isn’t specific to GoPro. MTP stands for Media Transfer Protocol and it’s used to connect devices via USB as a storage device.
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My Camera isn’t Recognized in GoPro App
This can be a result of some of the problems we covered earlier in the post. Things like a broken or damaged USB cable, or a damaged USB port will cause your camera to not be recognized.
To solve this, I recommend using a microSD card reader, like this one by SanDisk. This will bypass your camera and USB cable and help you identify if that is the problem.
Windows 10 Won’t Recognize GoPro Camera?
The problem could be related to a technical issue – maybe a damaged USB port on your camera or on the computer.
To troubleshoot this, you could try plugging the USB cable into another port on your computer. Or try another USB cable.
But to access your photos quickly, I recommend removing the memory card and using either a card reader or adapter. Now you can insert this into your computer and access your files immediately.
More reading: How to Delete GoPro Photos and Videos and 5 ways to format your SD card.
Your Turn
Hopefully this has fixed your problem and now your GoPro is showing up on your computer. What was the problem for you? I would love to hear what worked. Join me below!