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idzi_tech
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Feb 12, 2026

Feature Request: Auto‑Import Photos from Mobile Devices and Free Space on Phone

Title:

Automatic import of photos from a phone via USB with the option to delete them from the device after copying

Request content:

I would like to propose a feature that will significantly simplify photo management on mobile devices connected to Windows via USB (USB-A / USB-C).

Problem:

Phones fill up their memory very quickly with photos and videos. Currently, Windows does not offer an automatic mechanism that, after connecting a phone via USB, could:

- automatically copy new photos to the computer,

- and delete files from the phone that have already been safely transferred.

The user must perform these steps manually, which is time-consuming and inconvenient.

Proposed solution:

After connecting a phone to a computer via USB, Windows should enable:

- Automatic import of new photos and videos to a selected folder.

- Optional automatic deletion of files from the phone that have already been copied to the computer.

- Ability to enable/disable this feature in settings.

- Integration with Power Automate so that users can extend this feature with their own automations. Benefits for users:

- saves space on your phone,

- automatic photo backup on your computer,

- no need to manually copy and select files,

- convenience and time savings,

- a useful feature for millions of Windows and smartphone users.

I believe this feature should be natively available in Windows because it solves a real, everyday problem and perfectly aligns with the philosophy of automation and user convenience.

Thank you for considering my idea.

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