Changing a name associated with a person in Google Photos is a straightforward process, allowing you to easily correct or update face recognition labels.
Step-by-Step Guide to Changing a Name
To modify a person's name on Google Photos, follow these simple steps:
- Open the Picture: First, click on the picture in your Google Photos library that contains the person whose name you wish to change. This will open the photo in full-screen view.
- Access Information Panel: Look for the "i" icon (information icon) located in the upper right corner of the screen and click on it. This action will open the "Info" section or details panel, which displays information related to the photo, including detected faces.
- Select the Name: Within the "Info" section, you will see different details, potentially including a section for "People" or detected faces. Click on the current name of the person you want to edit. This usually appears under the "People" or "Info" heading.
- Type the Correct Name: A text field will appear, allowing you to edit the name. Type in the correct name for the person in the picture.
- Confirm Changes: Once you've entered the new name, it will typically save automatically or you may need to click outside the text box or press Enter to confirm the change.
Why Change Names in Google Photos?
Maintaining accurate names for people in your Google Photos library offers several benefits:
- Improved Organization: Easily find photos of specific individuals by searching their name.
- Enhanced Sharing: Share entire albums or collections with specific people more efficiently.
- Better Face Grouping: Help Google Photos more accurately group future photos of the same person.
Pro Tip
If you have multiple photos of the same person with different or incorrect names, correcting one instance will often help Google Photos learn and merge the various instances under the correct name, streamlining your photo organization.
