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I just found the hidden Google Photos tool that clears storage in seconds - how it works

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Why This Matters

Google Photos has introduced a new 'Clean up this day' feature that simplifies photo management by allowing users to quickly swipe to delete or keep images, significantly saving time in organizing digital photos. This tool is particularly valuable for users with large, chaotic photo libraries, helping them reclaim storage space effortlessly. Its availability on Android makes it a practical enhancement for mobile users seeking efficient photo cleanup solutions.

Key Takeaways

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ZDNET's key takeaways

Google Photos has a tool called "Clean up this day."

It gives you a Tinder-style, swipe left/swipe right interface to keep or delete photos.

It could be a huge time saver for people organizing their digital photos.

As a journalist who takes thousands of photos every year, my Google Photos storage is a bit of a dumpster fire. Intermixed with family outings and scenic outlooks are 30 or so pictures of my local village hall at night, as that's where I go to take sample photos.

You may not have that exact problem, but even when I'm not working -- which is hardly ever -- I still take more photos than I need to capture a moment. They're digital photos, so it's not like you're wasting film. But on Google Photos, you are wasting space.

Also: This simple trick helps me tame my chaotic camera roll in just a few minutes

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