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ShanghaiChip
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

MINI-iPad A17 - NOT transfering 'edited' images in max-resolution.

re: MINI-IPad A17 can NOT transfer 'edited' images to 1): WD hardrive or 2): FLICKR, without HUGE auto compression of MBs (for each image). NB: not using originals - as 'editing' required. Also . . 500x pics in Album - the sequential order (by Title. 1 to 500) is not recognised. Help please.


Posted on Oct 28, 2026 12:00 AM

2 replies

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Nov 1, 2026 7:21 AM in response to ShanghaiChip

When you share or export edited images directly from the iPad Photos app using the standard Share sheet, iOS/iPadOS often exports a rendered JPEG preview or compresses the file size depending on the target app (like Flickr) or sharing method. 

To export edited photos in unmodified original or full-resolution edited format without unwanted auto-compression:


  • For External Hard Drives (WD Hard Drive):
    1. Do not use the "Share" -> "Save to Image" or drag-and-drop straight from the gallery preview if it triggers a compressed render.
    2. In the Photos app, select your edited images.
    3. Tap the Share button, then choose Export Unmodified Original (if you want the raw/original) oruse the proper export flow.
    4. Better yet, instead of exporting through the Photos app share sheet, move the files via the Files app: save or export the full-resolution edited files into a folder on your iPad first (using an app like Lightroom or a file manager like FileBrowser), and then copy/paste them directly into the connected WD Hard Drive. Ensure your WD drive is formatted in exFAT so iPadOS doesn't choke on power or journaled formats. 


ShanghaiChip Author
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Nov 1, 2026 10:46 AM in response to WheelieNick

Many Thanks, WheelieNick.

All info, gratefully acknowledged.

  • Shall try option 4) - as yes, I require the 'edited' versions. and (to my knowledge) on the mini-pad A17 .... there is no "proper 'export' flow (as per my iMac/ MacAir).
  • Will check my other WD Drives - this one IS indeed formatted to MacOS Extended Journal. (whereas past ones have been exFat).

Another suggestion was . . . by 'turning on' iCloud & apparently between my iPad-mini A17 and the iMac (or MacAir) the 'edited'photos will transfer. THEN I can use the usual 'export' procedure on one of those devices.

But am a person in my amber-years . . . and not of the generation taught this. Will give it a go. Kindest regards P.



Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256384393