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How to view a photo’s EXIF data on (almost) any device

Posted on December 21, 2023

Most modern digital cameras save some very useful information along with the JPEG images they create.

This information is called Exchangeable Image File data, or simply “EXIF data” for short.

For example, if you ever need to know the exact date and time a particular photo was taken or perhaps which camera, shutter speed or aperture was used, you’ll find that info and a lot more listed in the EXIF data.

Many image editing applications will display a photo’s EXIF data, but the quickest and simplest way to see it is built right in to Microsoft Windows and MacOS. It’s also quite easy on most Android and Apple mobile devices using apps that come pre-installed on them.

Follow the steps below for your device to quickly view any photo’s EXIF data… [Read more…]

Tips for making almost any photo look better

Posted on August 10, 2023

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If you take a look at most any photographer’s portfolio, what you’re likely to see is a collection of his/her very best shots.

After all, no one really enjoys showcasing images that aren’t so great.

That’s right, even the most talented and experienced photographers take plenty of duds which typically are left out of their galleries.

That being said, some of the awesome shots that end up being shared with the world didn’t start out all that great.

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Adobe Express: A fantastic free online photo PhotoShop alternative

Posted on April 2, 2022

By now you probably know that Adobe Photoshop is the big dog when it comes to photo editing software. It really is the cream of the crop.

You also probably know that Photoshop Elements gives the casual user much of Photoshop’s functionality at a greatly reduced price.

But did you know that you can save even the $100 or so you’d have to cough up for Photoshop Elements and still be able to edit your images using advanced Adobe technology? [Read more…]

Is a picture still worth a thousand words?

Posted on December 11, 2021

There was a time when photographs were widely considered to be the ultimate “proof” in situations where there was a dispute or disagreement of some kind.

In fact, photos carried such weight that criminals often simply decided to confess to their crimes after being confronted with photographic evidence rather than try to plead their innocence.

But the days when we could confidently take at picture at face value are now long gone thanks to the wide use of Adobe Photoshop and other powerful image editing programs. [Read more…]