Photos: 4-Week Plan

Written By Kara Koon

Digital Photo Decluttering

Each day, complete both tasks listed for the week.

Small steps lead to big progress!

Week 1: Quick Sorting & Organization

  • Delete 5 unwanted photos.

  • Sort 10 photos into albums.

Clear out unwanted images while keeping the important ones organized.

Week 2: Naming for Easy Access

  • Rename or caption 3 photos. (Example: Jake’s first day of school - 2023)

  • Rename one folder or album.

Add meaningful details for future reference and make your photos easier to find.

Week 3: Enhancing & Decluttering Duplicates

  • Edit one special photo (adjust lighting, crop, etc.).

  • Delete 5 duplicate photos.

Improve your best photos while reducing unnecessary copies.

Week 4: Event-Based Organization & Final Touches

  • Organize one event’s photos into an album.

  • Review & refine one existing album.

Keep memories grouped together and refine your collection for a more streamlined library.

Small daily actions add up! Stick with this plan, and soon you’ll have a beautifully organized photo collection that feels refreshing, easy to navigate, and filled only with cherished memories.

Pro Tips to Organize Your Digital Memories: Find Joy, Not Chaos

Your photo library should bring you happiness, not headaches. Let’s take charge of your photos—and make them a joy to revisit.

Declutter Ruthlessly
Not every photo is a keeper. Delete duplicates, blurry shots, and the 20 versions of that one sunset. Keep only what matters most—photos that spark joy or tell a story.

Create Meaningful Albums
Organize your photos into clear, simple albums. Think by year, event, or theme:

  • “2024 Family Adventures”

  • “Graduation Day”

  • “Pets Being Hilarious”

Label and Tag Your Photos
Add tags or captions to key images. Whether it’s “Hawaii Vacation” or “Jake’s 10th Birthday,” these little notes save time later!

Keep Screenshots and Downloads in Check
Screenshots are helpful—until they take over. Create a folder for them and review it weekly. Delete what you don’t need.

Use Cloud Storage Smartly
Keep your memories safe by backing them up. Use cloud services like Google Photos, iCloud, or Amazon Photos. Bonus: they make searching for specific photos easier than ever.

Your photos should feel like a treasure chest, not a junk drawer. Curate with care, and your memories will shine!

Kara Koon
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