1) Launch Photos on your Mac, and plug your iPhone in via the USB cable. 2) If it’s not already selected, click on the Import tab in the sidebar. 3) Select the Delete items check box, the click on Import New. All photos imported will then automatically be deleted from your iPhone or iPad.

Can I delete photos from iPhone and keep on Mac?

You have to disable iCloud Photos on your iPhone to be able to delete photos from the iPhon, but keep them on your Mac.

Can I delete photos after importing to Mac?

When the import is complete, a message box asks if you want to delete or keep the photos on your device. Click Delete Items to remove the photos, or click Keep Items to keep them on the device. If you select Keep Items, you’ll have to delete them directly from your device when you want to remove them.