1# Multimedia Changelog
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3## cl.multimedia.1 Change of PhotoAccessHelper.getAlbums, UserFileManager.getAlbums, and UserFileManager.getPhotoAlbums
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5**Access Level**
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7System API
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9**Change Reason**
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11For privacy protection purposes, the capability of obtaining hidden albums is restricted since API version 11. To obtain hidden albums, use **getHiddenAlbums** with the required permissions. The APIs for obtaining albums cannot be used to obtain hidden albums.
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13**Change Impact**
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15This change is a non-compatible change. **PhotoAccessHelper.getAlbums**, **UserFileManager.getAlbums**, and **UserFileManager.getPhotoAlbums** can no longer be used to obtain hidden albums. Only the system APIs are affected. Adaptation is required for Gallery. Third-party apps are not affected.
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17**Start API Level**
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19API version 11
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21**Change Since**
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23OpenHarmony SDK <4.1.6.7>
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