Batch Processing

Process multiple photos efficiently with iWatermark+‘s powerful batch processing features.

Getting Started with Batch Processing

Enable Batch Mode

1. Open iWatermark+
2. Tap “Batch” or “Multiple Photos”
3. Select photos from your library
4. Apply watermarks to all at once

Selecting Multiple Photos

• Photo Library: Use standard multi-select
• Folder Import: Select entire folders
• Camera Roll: Choose specific albums
• Cloud Storage: Import from iCloud, Dropbox, etc.

Batch Workflow

Step 1: Import Photos

1. Tap “Import Multiple” or ”+”
2. Choose source (Photos, Files, Camera)
3. Select all photos you want to watermark
4. Confirm selection

Step 2: Set Up Watermark

1. Create or select existing watermark template
2. Set position, size, and opacity
3. Preview on first photo
4. Apply to all selected photos

Step 3: Configure Output

1. Choose output format (JPEG, PNG, HEIC)
2. Set quality/compression level
3. Select destination folder
4. Configure filename format

Step 4: Process

1. Tap “Process All” or “Start Batch”
2. Monitor progress bar
3. Review results when complete
4. Save or share processed photos

Advanced Batch Features

Watermark Templates

• Save frequently used watermark configurations
• Quick apply to new batches
• Maintain consistent branding across all photos
• Share templates between devices

Conditional Watermarking

• Apply different watermarks based on:
  • Photo orientation (portrait/landscape)
  • Image size or resolution
  • Photo metadata (camera, location, etc.)
  • File type or format

Output Options

• Replace originals: Overwrite source files
• New folder: Create separate watermarked copies
• Custom naming: Use templates for consistent filenames
• Preserve metadata: Keep EXIF data intact

Batch Processing Tips

Performance Optimization

1. Process in smaller batches (50-100 photos at a time)
2. Close other apps to free up memory
3. Use lower resolution for preview/testing
4. Process overnight for large batches

Quality Settings

• Maximum quality: For final output/printing
• High quality: For web galleries
• Medium quality: For social media
• Low quality: For quick previews

Organization Strategies

• Create consistent folder structures
• Use descriptive filenames with dates
• Keep originals separate from watermarked copies
• Tag photos for easy searching

Common Batch Scenarios

Wedding Photography

1. Import entire wedding album
2. Apply photographer watermark to all
3. Create web gallery versions
4. Generate client preview folder

Stock Photography

1. Select portfolio images
2. Apply copyright watermarks
3. Resize for different stock sites
4. Generate submission packages

Social Media Content

1. Import branded photos
2. Apply social media watermarks
3. Resize for different platforms
4. Schedule for posting

Product Photography

1. Import product shots
2. Apply brand watermarks
3. Resize for e-commerce
4. Generate catalog images

Troubleshooting Batch Processing

Common Issues

• App crashes: Reduce batch size, close other apps
• Slow processing: Lower quality settings, check storage space
• Memory errors: Process smaller batches, restart app
• Export failures: Check destination folder permissions

Best Practices

1. Test with small batches first
2. Backup originals before processing
3. Monitor device temperature during large batches
4. Use consistent watermark settings for professional results

Automation & Integration

Shortcuts App (iOS)

• Create custom workflows
• Automate watermarking process
• Integrate with other apps
• Schedule batch processing

Third-Party Integrations

• Dropbox: Auto-process uploaded photos
• Google Photos: Batch import and watermark
• Adobe Lightroom: Export and watermark workflow
• Social Media: Direct posting with watermarks

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