Find Problems in the Metadata of Your Images With the IMatch Metadata Analyst

Problems with metadata in images (things like keywords, descriptions, time stamps, location data, GPS coordinates etc.) are quite common, especially when you have processed your files with a variety of software over the years. In the recent blog post The Hidden Problems of Image Metadata: Why Your Photos May Not Be as Organized as You […]

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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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Streamlining Your Workflow with IMatch Categories: A Step-by-Step Guide.

Are you looking for a way to track your files along your workflow using IMatch categories? In this article, we’ll show you how to setup a simple yet effective workflow using categories, assignment action, color-coding and favorites. Setting Up Workflow Categories To get started, switch to the Category View and create a new top-level category

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Free Controlled Vocabularies for IMatch

The IMatch Thesaurus is a very powerful tool for creating and managing controlled vocabularies  – not only for keywords! What is a Controlled Vocabulary? A controlled vocabulary (Wikipedia) is basically a list of hierarchical keywords and synonyms. Instead of manually entering keywords, you pick them from the thesaurus. This not only makes keywording (tagging) files

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Mastering Digital Image Management: A Guide for Hobbyist Photographers Using a Digital Asset Management System on Windows

Mastering Digital Image Management: A Guide for Hobbyist Photographers Using a Digital Asset Management System on Windows As a hobbyist photographer, you probably find yourself amassing a growing collection of digital images. Organizing, editing, and managing these images can quickly become overwhelming. Enter Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems – a game-changer for photographers looking to

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Why Photographers Benefit From a Locally Installed Digital Asset Management System for Windows

Why Photographers Benefit From a Locally Installed Digital Asset Management System on Windows In the modern world of photography, where thousands of high-resolution images are captured and edited every day, the need for a robust Digital Asset Management (DAM) system has never been more critical. Whether you’re a professional photographer working with clients or a

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