[Full Guide] How to Back up iPhone/iPad Camera Roll to Computer?

Part 1: Transfer iPhone Camera Roll to Computer with iOS Assistant

Coolmuster iOS Assistant is a handy tool for Windows users who want to back up or transfer data between their iPhone and computer. With just a few simple steps, you can safely move your iPhone content to your PC.

When it comes to backing up your iPhone Camera Roll, Coolmuster gives you two flexible options:

• Direct photo transfer: Move your pictures to your PC in full resolution with no quality loss. Once transferred, you can view, organize, or edit them however you like.
• Backup file creation: Save your photos, as well as other files as a complete backup file to save space. You can restore this backup to your iPhone whenever you need to.

To get started, download Coolmuster iOS Assistant for free. Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable and unlock it by entering your passcode. Then you're ready to start backing up your Camera Roll with ease.

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Part 2: Export iPhone Camera Roll to PC via AutoPlay

If you use a Windows 7/8 computer, you could use the AutoPlay to backup iPhone Camera Roll to PC.

1. Get a USB cord to connect your iPhone or iPad and computer. Wait for a while till the computer complete the installation of driver for your device. After that you'll see a pop-up window of AutoPlay as below.

2. On the AutoPlay dialog, please click the "Import pictures and videos" option, which will make your computer detect the photos and videos on your iPhone (iPhone Photos Disappeared from Camera Roll?). This process could be a little bit longer if there are a large amount of images and videos.

3. Click "Import Settings" option on the pop-up window, then select a targeted folder besides "Import images to:" option to save the exported photos.

4. Hit "OK" option to start transferring Camera Roll from iPad to computer.

Part 3: Transfer iPhone Camera Roll to PC via File Explorer

When you connect your iPhone to a computer, your PC treats it like a digital camera or a USB drive. That means you can access your photos directly through File Explorer.

Here's how to transfer iPhone camera roll to PC via File Explorer step by step:

1. Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. If your iPhone asks for your passcode, unlock it.

2. On your PC, open File Explorer and go to This PC. You'll see your iPhone listed under Devices and drives — click on it.

3. Open the Internal Storage folder, then go into the DCIM folder. Inside, you'll find folders named something like 100APPLE, 101APPLE, etc. These folders contain your photos. (iPhone Photos Not Showing Up on PC?)

4. Just browse through them, find the pictures you want, and copy-paste them to a folder on your computer.

It's a quick and easy way to move your Camera Roll photos without using any extra software.

Part 4: Move iPhone Camera Roll to PC with iTunes

Another way to move your iPhone Camera Roll to your PC is by using iTunes. Just make sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed on your computer and that you're signed into your iTunes account.

Here's how to transfer your photos using iTunes:

1. First, organize your iPhone photos into folders so they're easier to manage.

2. Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable and launch iTunes.

3. In iTunes, go to the top menu and click on the "Photos" tab.

4. Check the box that says "Sync photos from", then choose "Selected folders".

5. Tick the boxes next to the folders you want to transfer.

6. Finally, click "Sync" and wait for the process to finish.

Part 5: Transfer iPhone Camera Roll to PC via Photos

If you're using a Windows 10 or 8 computer, the built-in "Photos app" makes it easy to transfer pictures from your iPhone's Camera Roll to your PC. Here's how to do it in a few simple steps:

1. Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your computer.

2. Click the "Start" button (bottom-left corner of the screen), then find and open the "Photos" app.

3. In the Photos app, click "Import" at the top, then choose "From a USB device". You can also click "Import Settings" if you want to change where the files will be saved. (Can't Import Photos from iPhone to PC?)

4. The app will load all the photos and videos from your iPhone. "Deselect" any items you don't want to copy, then click "Import Selected" to start the transfer.

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That's a wrap on how to back up your iPhone Camera Roll to your PC! Among all the methods, Way 1 is highly recommended. With Coolmuster iOS Assistant, you get two flexible options to transfer your Camera Roll with ease.

But that's not all. Coolmuster iOS Assistant can also back up your videos, music, contacts, messages, and more. It's a handy tool to keep all your important iPhone data safe and organized. Give iOS Assistant a try and see how simple iPhone data backup can be.

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