Photos guideAbout 2 minVerified
Change the key photo for a person or pet
Change the key photo for a person or pet — verified step-by-step guidance.
Follow a clear sequence grounded in current Apple documentation.
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How to do it
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Open People & Pets
In Photos, open Collections → People & Pets.
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Open editing
Touch and hold the person's or pet's key photo, then tap Edit Name and Photos.
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Choose a new key photo
Tap the photo icon on the current key photo, then choose a new photo.
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Save the change
Tap Done.
When you are done
Done.
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