Mario M. Westphal

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Mastering Metadata with IMatch’s Metadata Mechanic: A Quick Guide

Metadata is the backbone of effective digital asset management (DAM). It helps organize, search, and retrieve your files efficiently. If you’re using IMatch on Windows, you have a powerful tool at your fingertips called the Metadata Mechanic. This app simplifies complex metadata tasks that other tools can’t handle easily. What Does the Metadata Mechanic Do? […]

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IMatch 2025.7 Released (with support for GPT 5.2, Gemini 3 and Mistral 3.1)

We’re happy to announce the most recent update of IMatch 2025. This update contains bug fixes, enhancements of existing functionality and some new features. See the release notes for this release for detailed information. Some of the Highlights in this Release Read the release notes for a full list of enhancements, changes and bug fixes.

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Quickly Access Your Favorite Applications and Features with IMatch Favorites

IMatch Favorites are a powerful tool for streamlining your workflow. What IMatch Favorites Do With Favorites, you can: You can assign keyboard shortcuts to your Favorites, allowing you to execute them from anywhere. The Command Palette provides direct access to your Favorites, even when the Favorites Panel is not open. Add Favorites to the File

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How IMatch Automation Favorites Turn Routine Tasks into Routines

IMatch’s Favorites are your secret weapon for efficiency—they’re not just shortcuts, but workflow accelerators. At their core, they let you execute repetitive tasks with a single click or keyboard shortcut from anywhere in the app. Think of them as customizable “macros” tailored to your daily grind: assign categories, move files between folders, open external apps,

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Added Support for OpenAI GPT 5 Models. Added Support for Qwen 2.5

IMatch AutoTagger is a feature designed for users who want to enhance their images by automatically adding descriptions, keywords and headlines, all with the help of artificial intelligence. This tool streamlines the tagging process, saving vast amounts of time while improving image organization, discoverability and accessibility. In the latest release, IMatch 2025.6.2 (October 2025), AutoTagger

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The Hidden Problems of Image Metadata: Why Your Photos May Not Be as Organized as You Think

In today’s digital world, where photos are taken, shared, and edited across various platforms, image metadata is crucial. This metadata—EXIF, IPTC, GPS, and XMP—contains important information about your images, such as camera settings, location, keywords, description, copyright and legal information, and more. However, as you switch between different software applications or platforms, you may encounter

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IMatch Notepad: Track Settings, Instructions & Tips Within IMatch

IMatch Notepad: Track Settings, Instructions & Tips Within IMatch IMatch is known for its powerful organization capabilities, but did you know there’s a built-in tool that can significantly enhance your workflow? Introducing IMatch Notepad, a handy application designed to keep your notes, settings, and tips right at your fingertips within the IMatch environment. This isn’t

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Lost in Time? Tackling Uncertain Dates with Old Photos and Digital Asset Management

Lost in Time? Tackling Uncertain Dates with Old Photos and Digital Asset Management We’ve all been there. You’re digitizing a box of old family photos, or painstakingly scanning fragile prints from an antique shop, and you’re faced with the inevitable: no dates. These images are precious glimpses into the past, but without context, they can

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