Missing 'Assign to Contact' option in Photos app after iOS update

Since the new update I can't add just a contact photo. I saw a comment from someone on Reddit that said to use the "assign to contact" option from the photos app. I don't have that option. How do I get it? I don't want the posters, just a small photo of my contact. Thanks.



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Original Title: adding contact photo

iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 3, 2025 8:26 AM

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Sep 3, 2025 9:00 AM in response to deegee250

I don't think I understand-- in contacts, I just click on Edit and then click on Add Photo, and it several options including Photos, so you can


add a picture from your Photos app. Camera is another option if you haven't already taken the picture. For business things, I often use a pictures of their web site:


Does it not work this way for you? Or are you talking about something other than

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Missing 'Assign to Contact' option in Photos app after iOS update

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