Photo Toolbox

Photo Toolbox is a desktop application for batch image processing. The program performs operations on graphic files using external plugins. It supports JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and RAW formats. Includes tools for resizing, conversion, and metadata correction.

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• Batch processing. Perform operations on multiple files simultaneously. Configure an action once and apply it to an entire folder of images. Reduce time on repetitive tasks.
• Format conversion. Transform images between different file formats. Convert RAW to JPEG, PNG to TIFF, and other compatible formats. Maintain quality parameters during conversion.
• Smart resizing. Modify image dimensions with resampling algorithms. Adjust width, height, or scale percentage. Automatically preserve aspect ratios.
• Metadata correction. Edit EXIF and IPTC information in image files. Remove or modify location data, date, and camera information. Manage copyright and contact information.
• Automatic rotation. Adjust image orientation based on EXIF metadata. Correct vertically taken photos without quality loss. Apply manual rotations in 90-degree increments.
• Mass renaming. Change file names using configurable patterns. Use numerical sequences, dates, or EXIF metadata to generate new names. Apply to selected groups of files.
• Watermarking. Add visible or digital watermarks to images. Configure text or logos with control over position, opacity, and size. Protect intellectual property of photographic work.
• Quality adjustment. Modify compression parameters for JPEG formats. Control the balance between file size and visual quality. Apply different levels to image groups.
• Criteria-based filtering. Select files according to specific properties such as dimensions, size, or date. Apply operations only to images that meet defined conditions.
• Plugin integration. Extend functionalities through an external plugin system. Add new file formats or processing operations. Develop custom operations.
• Command-line interface. Perform operations from the terminal or scripts. Automate processes without manual intervention. Integrate into complex workflows.
• Profile management. Save processing settings for future use. Create specific profiles for different types of projects. Load predefined configurations.

Development of Photo Toolbox began in 2006. The program was created by Chengzhu Li as a solution for automated photographic processing. The application is developed in C++ using the Qt framework for the graphical interface.

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