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All you need to know about uploading

Updated over 3 weeks ago

In this article, we'll guide you through all the ways to upload photos using the Smiler platform. Before you begin the upload process for any type of photoshoot, make sure to export your photos as JPEG files, include all metadata, and ensure they are in the highest possible quality.

Uploading Spontaneous and Vouchers :

  1. Log in and go to the “Upload” section on your photographer platform.

  2. Select the photos you want to deliver and drag them into the upload area.

  3. Next, calibrate your camera by following these two steps:

    1. Set your camera to JPEG mode.

    2. Take a picture of the QR code shown on the screen.

  4. Drag and drop the QR code photo onto the page — this helps the system match your photos to the correct customers.

  5. Double-check that all photos are assigned to the right photoshoot.

  6. Finally, click “Send to client”, and you’re all set

Uploading Upsells (free and watermarked) :

  1. Log in and head to the “Upload” section on your photographer platform.

  2. Click on the “Send additional gallery” option.

  3. On the right side, you'll see all your past bookings. Find the relevant photoshoot and select the one you’d like to add an extra gallery to.

  4. A new gallery will appear in the center of the screen.

  5. Before uploading your photos, make sure to adjust the pricing:

    • If you want the photos to be accessible for free and without a watermark:

      1. Click the price edit button.

      2. Select “Free to download”, then click “Save changes”.

    • If you want your photos to be protected with a watermark:

      1. Click the price edit button.

      2. Select “Watermarked (buy to download)”.

      3. Set the currency, price per photo, and package price. Then click “Save changes”.

  6. Now, select the photos you want to deliver and drag them into the upload area.

  7. Double-check that you're uploading the correct images, then click “Send to client” — and you're done!

Uploading gallery for your pre-booked clients :

  1. Log in and head to the “Booking” section on your photographer platform.

  2. Use the search bar at the top right of your screen to enter the details of the booking you're looking for.

  3. Once you've found it, click “+ Create Gallery”.

  4. Before uploading your photos, make sure to adjust the pricing:

    • If you want the photos to be accessible for free and without a watermark:

      1. Click the price edit button.

      2. Select “Free to download”, then click “Save changes”.

    • If you want your photos to be protected with a watermark:

      1. Click the price edit button.

      2. Select “Watermarked (buy to download)”.

      3. Set the currency, price per photo, and package price. Then click “Save changes”.

  5. To upload your photos, you can either browse for your files or drag and drop the selected images into the page.

  6. All uploaded files will appear on the right side of your screen. Here, you can preview the gallery or click “Continue” to move forward.

  7. Give your photos one final review. When you're ready, click “Publish & Send” — and you're all set!

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