Hi! I understand your CooDisk app is taking a long time to back up your photos because you have a large number of them. That makes sense, as backing up many files can take quite some time.

To help speed things up and manage this better, let's try a few steps:

1. Check your USB or connection speed: Make sure your CooDisk device is connected via the fastest port available (e.g., USB 3.0 instead of USB 2.0) and that the cable is secure. A slow connection can drag backup times.

2. Backup in smaller batches: Instead of backing up all photos at once, try copying smaller groups of 100-200 photos at a time. This can sometimes prevent the app from slowing down or crashing during the process.

3. Close other apps: On your Windows 10 device, close unnecessary programs to free up system resources which can help the backup run smoother.

4. Check CooDisk app version: Ensure your app is updated to the latest version, as updates often include performance improvements.

5. Avoid simultaneous backups: If you are running other backup or cloud sync processes simultaneously (like OneDrive or iCloud), try pausing them while using CooDisk.

6. Review storage space: Confirm there is enough free space on your CooDisk to accommodate all photos; insufficient space might cause slow backups.

If after trying these the backup is still taking many hours, we can explore advanced options like checking for corrupted files or reviewing logs for transfer errors. Would you like me to guide you through any of these steps in detail? Also, do you usually back up via Wi-Fi, USB cable, or another method?

Are you satisfied with this initial approach?

I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO JUST SELECT CERTAIN PICS TO BACK UP. IT ONLY GIVES ME AN OPTION TO BACK UP AND WHEN I SELECT THAT IT DOES ALL PHOTOS AND THEN FAILS

Thanks for explaining that the CooDisk app only gives you the option to back up all photos at once and that the backup fails after running through everything. That sounds inconvenient, especially if you'd like to pick specific photos or smaller groups to save.

Based on what you've said and what I found, the CooDisk app itself doesn't seem to have a built-in feature to directly select individual photos for backup in bulk mode. However, there is a workaround you can try:

1. Use your Windows File Explorer to manually select photos:
- Connect your device (phone or wherever photos are stored) to your Windows 10 PC.
- Open File Explorer and navigate to your photo folder (commonly DCIM or Pictures).
- You can select specific photos or create smaller batches by holding down the Ctrl key and clicking the photos you want.
- Then, copy those selected photos and paste them into your connected CooDisk drive folder on your PC.

2. If your photos are on your phone and you want to transfer via the CooDisk app:
- Instead of starting the automatic backup in the app, look inside the app’s file management or media browsing section. Some user feedback suggests that within the app you may be able to browse and select photos to transfer manually rather than using the backup button that tries to do all at once.
- If that option is not visible, the manual file copy via your PC is more reliable.

3. Try copying fewer photos per batch as a test:
- Pick 50 to 100 photos manually and transfer those first. If successful, you can repeat in multiple rounds to avoid the app crashing or failing.

If you want, I can help guide you through connecting your device to the PC, locating the photo folders, and performing this manual copy step-by-step. Would you like to go ahead with that?

Also, could you tell me if your photos are stored mainly on a phone, a camera, or directly on your PC? That will help me tailor instructions better.

Let me know!

Here is a relevant video on transferring photos using CooDisk app that might help too [4], and general advice suggests manual selection and file copying outside the app is often the way to go.

GUIDE ME THROUGH CONNECTING MY DEVICE TO MY PC AND LOCATING PHOTO FOLDERS

Got it! I’ll guide you step-by-step on how to connect your device to your Windows 10 PC and find your photo folders so you can manually select and back up your photos. Here’s what to do:

1. Connect Your Device to the PC:
- Use a USB cable to connect your phone or camera to your Windows 10 PC.
- For phones, use the original cable or a good-quality data cable (not just a charging cable).
- Once connected, your device should appear as a drive in File Explorer.

2. Allow File Transfer on Your Device:
- If you’re using a phone, after connecting, you might see a notification like “Charging this device via USB.”
- Tap on that notification and choose “File Transfer” or “MTP” mode. This lets your PC access the device files.

3. Open File Explorer on PC:
- Press the Windows key + E or click the File Explorer icon.
- In the left sidebar under "This PC," look for your connected device. It may show up with the device name, e.g., “iPhone” or “Samsung Galaxy” or "Camera."

4. Locate Your Photo Folder:
- Open your device’s drive.
- Look for folders named DCIM (Digital Camera Images), Pictures, or something similar. Most photos are stored here.
- Inside these folders, you’ll see your photos organized in subfolders, often by date.

5. Select Specific Photos:
- Hold down the Ctrl key and click on each photo you want to back up.
- Alternatively, select a range by clicking the first photo, holding down Shift, and clicking the last photo in the range.

6. Copy the Selected Photos:
- Right-click any selected photo and choose “Copy.”
- Navigate to your CooDisk drive in File Explorer, open the folder where you want to back up photos, right-click in that folder, and choose “Paste.”

7. Safely Eject Devices When Done:
- After copying is complete, safely eject your device and CooDisk from Windows by clicking the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the system tray and selecting the device.

If you tell me whether your photos are on an iPhone, Android, or camera, I can customize the directions for you as needed.

Would you like me to walk you through this step-by-step while you’re connected, or do you want to try these steps first?

Here’s a Microsoft guide on how to import photos from phone to PC that aligns well with these steps5.

Are you satisfied with this guide so far?