How can I delete photos from Macair but have them stay in iCloud for backup?

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I want to delete photos from Macair but have them stay in cloud for backup.

Is there a way to delete a picture on my macair so it does not delete it from the iCloud? I am trying to feel up space

Thanks Warren

 

[Bigeric23]

Re: I want to delete photos from Macair but have them stay in cloud for backup.

What is a "Macair"? Do you mean a MacBook Air?

 

[eseerc]

Re: I want to delete photos from Macair but have them stay in cloud for backup.

Is there a way to delete a picture on my macair so it does not delete it from the iCloud? I am trying to feel up space

Thanks Warren

No, iCloud photo library is not "storage", it is a syncing service. I recommend selecting a true storage option (OneDrive, Dropbox, etc) if you would like to store photos in the cloud and remove them from your device.