Important: When you open Google Photos for the first time, sign in to your Google Account, if prompted, and choose whether to turn backup and sync on or off.
- From the Home screen, swipe up and then find and tap Photos.
You'll see your local and synced photos and videos organized by date.
- To switch to another view, tap , and then choose how you want to view your media files.
- Tap a thumbnail to view it in full screen.
- To view only the photos and videos saved on the phone storage and storage card, tap
to open the slideout menu, and then tap Device folders.