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This new Windows 11 trick uses AI to tame your chaotic photo library - how to try it now

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The Photos app will auto-arrange your photos into categories.

The feature is rolling out to Windows 11 insiders.

You'll need a Copilot+ PC to try it.

The Microsoft Photos app for Windows lets you track down your photos by name, date, or search. But sometimes you need a helping hand to find a certain type of image. A new option aims to assist you by organizing your photos based on specific categories.

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Now rolling out to Windows 11 insiders on Copilot+ PCs, the new Auto-Categorization feature will place your photos and images into categories such as screenshots and receipts. The idea is to save you the time and hassle of scouring or searching your entire photo library to find a particular image.

Pre-defined categories

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