Error downloading large video from iCloud to Mac Studio

I made a video with my iPhone XR, it's 2.4 or 2.5 gigs, when I tried to download it in Full quality got an error message, tried to downloaded in normal quality and got the same.


I'm using an iPhone XR, and try to DLit via iCloud via a MacStudio.


Please help


Posted on Nov 21, 2025 7:26 AM

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Nov 25, 2025 7:13 PM in response to Logan_VII

Re: Error downloading large video from iCloud to Mac Studio : "The operation couldn't be completed"


You may want to check that your iPhone and Mac are using the newest compatible OS versions.

Settings (or System Settings) > General > Software Updates will show whether or not updates are available

(Reminder: Backing up the data on a device before updating OS is always a wise move.)


Else: Wondering whether Apple Support's online article (link below) can help:

Check ways to: Download iCloud photos and videos - Apple Support


Also: if needed: The article below has some tips that may be helpful.

Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone or iPad to your Mac or PC - Apple Support

Nov 26, 2025 7:35 AM in response to Logan_VII

I'm having a hard time understanding "downloading large video from iCloud to Mac Studio." This is something I would never do, because iCloud Photos is a synchronization service, and every video at my iCloud Photos is also in Photos on my Mac. So it's already here. (Optimize Storage, which I wouldn't use on my Mac, would use an automatic download when requested.)


Downloads from iCloud.com are pretty restricted due to bandwidth concerns. Can you explain what you're really trying to do?

Error downloading large video from iCloud to Mac Studio

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