OPS features two types of Image Matching options, QR Code Sequential and Opticon Match. Both options will make the matching of everyone’s data to their images quick and easy. Below is a brief description of each option.

Please note, this document will give you an overall view of OPS's Image Matching options and capabilities. We also provide separate more detailed instructions for each or our two primary types of Image Matching, services. One for our Option Image Matching and two separate set of instructions for our QR Code Sequential Image Matching coving shooting with Paper QR Codes, or with a Mobile Device. (Phone or Tablets.) 

QR Code Sequential can be used with or without project data being provided to you prior to your shoot. The QR codes used for your projects are generated by OPS and can be either printed out in various formats or displayed on a mobile device such as an iPhone, iPad or Android phone or tablet. The QR Code Sequential method is perfect for both studios that are new to matching Images and Data and experienced studios that prefer a touchless / paperless day of the shoot method.

Opticon Match is a Bar Code scanning method and requires data to be loaded into your OPS Project prior to your shoot. The data can be either sent to you by the organization of your event or gathered by OPS as part of a PrePay, Preregistration, or Package/Print Deposit project for the shoot. Opticon Match requires an Opticon Scanner (sold separately) to be assigned to each camera being used at a shoot. 

Note: Opticon Match Information can be seen on Page #18. 

 

OPS QR Code Sequential Image Matching System features a unique two QR code system that is designed to match individuals to their group(s) automatically even if they are photographed in different outfits and groups at different times during the shoot. OPS Sequential Image Matching will even work if you shoot the same subject on different days as long as it’s the same project. QR Code Sequential Image Matching is available for all types of Volume Projects, such as Dance, Sports, and School Portraits.

 

Planning on offering PrePay Packages? Click Here for Instructions on setting up a Data Match PrePay Project.

To set up a QR Code Sequential Image Match project, login to your OPS administration page and Click on Projects > then on the Add a Project button just below the menu bar.

Next complete the Add a Reorder Project as seen below, with special attention given to the Image and Group Matching Sections Circled in Red below. In these sections it is important for you to select the correct option offered so your project is set up for the workflow you are planning on using. The project below is being set up for QR Code Sequential Shooting, and the Group Names are being Auto Matched via OSP. Contact your TSR or Customer Service if you have any questions regarding the correct setup option you will need for your project. Also please do not forget to Click on the Save button when you are finished.

 

Importing Data to Your QR Code Project

After saving your Project Setup, Click on the Subjects Tab > and then the Subject Action Dropdown Arrow > In the drop-down window select the Add / Merge Subject Data Only line.

(Note for studios using PrePay Credits for Batch Ordering: If you are creating your own customer data by having your clients PrePay a Shoot or Package Deposit, you must Export the PrePay CSV file first before you can move-on to the step below on Adding Data. Please see our Prepay Credits for Batch Ordering Workflow Instructions for more details.)

Important Note! Your Project’s Data can only be Imported once. If you need to add or correct your project’s data, we strongly recommend you reference our Appending Your Data instructions first. 

After clicking on the Add/Merge Data Line an Upload Data CSV Window will open, Click On> the Choose File Button to Select the .CSV Data File you are using for this project. After you have selected your file, Click On the Upload File Button.

 

 

A new Map Fields window will open and must be confirmed before your .CSV file can be uploaded. If your .CVS file headers match the OPS fields your data will map automatically. However, if they do not match it is very important for you to click on the drop-down arrow next to the field name to match your .CSV Data column to OPS’s. 

Please note: Passwords are an integral part of OPS’s ability to deliver individual password protected galleries to your clients. If your data does not contain a Password column with data, the OPS software will automatically assign a password to each subject line requiring one. Requesting Passwords via OPS is easy, simply click on the drop-down arrow in the Password Box and select the Generate Passwords line. Doing this will enable OPS to create a password for each subject’s gallery.  

After Mapping your data fields, Click on the Import Data button.

 

Once all the data has been Imported, it can be viewed on the project’s Subjects page. (See photo below.)

Note the Password fields now contain Auto Generated Passwords so OPS can create individual galleries.

 

 

Auto Matching Groups or Teams to Individuals with QR Codes Only

If you are shooting a QR Code project with a Mobile Device that requires Groups/Team Matching and the names of the Groups or Teams are available to you prior to your shoot, you can preload the group names using the same method as importing your Project’s Data.

Creating a Group or Team Name Data File is Easy, simply enter the word “Group '' in the First Name Field, The Name of the Group in the Last Name field, and the Name of the Group once again in the Teamname field. Please do not enter any data in the Password Field, let OPS Generate the Group Passwords for you.

After importing your Group/Team project Subject Data, your project will have both the Individual and Group/Team Name data.

 

Selecting your Project’s QR Code Style

There are two QR Code shooting methods available, you can either shoot your QR Codes by employing a Mobile Phone or Tablet/iPad, or by photographing QR Codes printed out on Paper/Label stock. 

 

Mobile Device QR Code Option

At the bottom left side of your project’s Subject Page, you will find a QR code with instructions to scan it to open our QR Code App on your phone. 

 

If your mobile device does not read the QR Code, you can also open the QR Code App by clicking on the shortcut link circled below.

 

After you have imported your project’s individual data and groups/team names (if required) you will be all set to QR Match your shoot! Simply access the projects QR Codes as described above, and the app will automatically open to the first individual’s name & QR Code.

Note: We recommend you increase the size of the QR Code display on your phone when the first QR opens. Simply Click on the Gear Icon in the App Controls and select the QR Size numb that works best for you screen. Important! The QR Code size should include all the entire white border around the QR Code. (A small amount of the Gray Background around the white border is ideal.)

Sample Cell Phone Screens with an Individual QR Code only and Both Individual & Group QR Codes

 

Your 2nd Group QR Code can be added by clicking on the Gear Icon and then checking off the Group Field Name you are matching your individual images to.

Shooting your QR Codes on a Mobile Device

For best results make sure the QR Code is at least a minimum of 50% of the Image Frame!

 

 

Adding a New Subject on Site

There are two methods available to you for Adding / Registering Individuals on site during your shoot. You can either add the unregistered (or no Data) subject right on your phone or mobile device (see the left image below) or Print out a Registration Sign (instructions on the next page) and post it at your shoot so parents can Register their child. 

Note: Once the online form is competed, simply click on the Add Subject button. OPS will automatically add the new subject info to your project (including a password number) and refresh your shoot list. Just click on the Search Magnifying Icon to find their QR code. 

 

 

 

Creating QR Code Registration Signs and Shortcuts

All OPS projects automatically create a QR Code project shortcut, which is located at the Links Tab in the Projects Options page. (See photo below) The Project QR code can be found at the bottom left side of this page. The QR code can be printed, visited, or copied so it can be used on flyers or notices you may be planning on sending home to parents. 

 Also, please note the Print link will allow you to print out a QR Code sign or save it as a PDF. The link will open a new window with your project’s QR Code and editable text. Simply Type in your Project info and Print Out as many copies you need for your project’s shoot day. (See Sample below)

Checkout our Client Registrations Instructions if you would like more info on setting up Registrations Projects and Registration Projects with PrePay Options.

 

 

Printing Paper QR Codes

Go to your project’s Subjects Tab and then click on the Subject Actions drop down arrow. > Once the Subject Actions window opens, Click on the QR Codes / Barcodes line.

 

When your QR Code Page opens, Click on the Format Drop Down Arrow to select the type of page format you would like to print out. The Sort and Filter Buttons on the left side of the page will allow you to print your data in the exact order you require for your project. (Note you can also Download a .CSV file of this data if you need to print out a custom format using Avery Printing software.)

 

Sample Printouts

Important! Your Paper QR Code Image Must Fill a Minimum of 50% of you File 

30-Up and Single Column Output

 

Custom 4-Up Avery QR Code & OPS 1-Up QR Code per Page

Custom Layouts can be created at: https://www.avery.com/software/design-and-print/

 

Post Photo Day QR Code Workflow

After you completed photographing your day’s shoot, we recommend you review, cull and color adjust, and Photoshop your camera files. (You can also request Color Correction by ACI when you upload your images.) Please make certain you have an QR code image in front of the first photo of each subject. If you are missing or misfired a QR Code image you can simply reshoot the missing (same) QR code. Then rename the new QR Code Image so the number of the new (missing) QR Code image will line up in front of the subject’s first image. (Note: Please be sure to include the QR Code Images when you post your project to OPS. Our software will automatically filter out the QR codes images before your gallery goes live.)

After you have completed your post photo day file review, you will now be ready to post your images to your project on Order Pix Suite (OPS). See details below………

 

 

Posting your Post QR Code Project to Order Pix Suite

Posting your reviewed QR Code projects is done using the same method as all our online image and data postings. Go to your project’s Subject Page and click on the Subject Actions Dropdown Arrow. > Next select the Add / Merge Image Files Only option line.

Next Click on the Open Button.

 

Your Image Uploading Page will open and display your project’s posting status until all the files are posted.  

 

After all your images have been posted, your Project’s Subject window will open displaying all the images you posted and assigned to the appropriate subject. Note your Group Images are listed separately. OPS will automatically match your individual images with their group photos. We recommend you double check a few subject images to make sure the names you photographed have images attached. We also suggest you login to a couple of galleries to make sure everything looks as expected.

 

Your Project is Now Online

 

 

 

 

 

 

Opticon Match is a timestamping Bar Code scanning method that requires data to be loaded into your OPS Project. The project data must be a .CSV format file which should be made available to you by the school or organization of the project. Opticon Image Matching requires an Opticon Scanner to be assigned to each camera setup being used at a shoot. (Please note: Opticon OPN-2004 Portable Scanners are sold separately – contact ACI Customer Service or your ACI Account Consultant for details and assistance.)

OPS Opticon Image Match service is fully integrated with our OPS Online Prepay and Batch/Proof services for a smooth and easy capture to print workflow. OPS’s Opticon Image service also supports a combination of Online & Paper Envelope PrePays. 

Also Flow (by PhotoLynx) Opticon users will be interested in knowing that OPS’s Opticon systems are fully compatible with Flow. They can now utilize OPS’s PrePay Package field export into Flow or order submission, along with importing your matched images and subjects into OPS. By utilizing OPS’s import, and export capabilities Flow studios will be able to take advantage of our commission free e-commerce and email marketing campaigns. Please contact your ACI Studio Consultant or ACI Customer Service for information on acquiring a Flow license and setup assistance. 

 

To set up an Opticon Image Match project, login to your OPS administration page and Click on Projects > then click on the Add a Project button just below the menu bar.

Next complete the Add a Project form as seen below. This project is being set up for Batch Orders with an Opticon Image Match project workflow. Contact your Studio Consultant or Customer Service if you have any questions regarding the correct setup options you will need for your project. Also please do not forget to Click on the Save button when you are finished.

 

 

Adding Data to Your Opticon Image Match Project

Importing Your School Data

School data typically include Last and First Name Columns (it’s important that they are in separate columns), Grade, Student ID, and Teacher or Home Room. OPS only accepts .CSV files for importing, as a result we recommend you request a .CSV format Student List from your school. Your school may send you an Excel .Xls file instead of an .CSV file, if they do it’s not a problem as .Xls files can be converted to .CSV files easily. We also recommend you get as much data info as possible, especially email addresses so you can take advantage of OPS’s email marketing campaigns to your student’s parents for reorders. 

(Note! If shooting Group Photos are required for your school project, please be sure to review our Auto Group Matching instructions below BEFORE uploading your project data.)

Sample School Data Columns

 

Login to your Project and Click on the Subjects Tab > and then the Subject Action Dropdown Arrow > In the drop-down window select the Add / Merge Subject Data Only line.

Important Note! Your Project’s Data can only be Imported once. If you need to add or correct your project’s data, we strongly recommend you reference our Appending Your Data instructions first. 

After clicking on the Add/Merge Data Line an Upload Data CSV Window will open, Click On> the Choose File Button and then navigate to and Select the .CSV Data File you are using for this project. After you have selected your file, Click On the Upload File Button. (Note your data file must be in a .csv format file.)

A new Map Fields window will open and must be confirmed before your .CSV file can be uploaded. If your .CVS file headers match the OPS fields your data will map automatically. However, if they do not match it is especially important for you to click on the drop-down arrow next to the field name to match your .CSV Data columns to OPS’s. 

Please note: Passwords are an integral part of OPS’s ability to deliver individual password protected galleries to your client’s. If your data does not contain a Password column with data, the OPS software will automatically assign a password to each subject line required. Requesting Passwords via OPS is easy, simply click on the drop-down arrow in the Password Box and select the Generate Passwords line. Doing this will enable OPS to create a password for each subject’s gallery. (Note: You can also use the Student’s ID’s number as the Password for their OPS Galleries. Simple Select Student ID in the Password line and OPS will recognize the ID number as their OPS password. (Note: When mapping data fields, it’s OK to use the same field twice.) 

After Mapping all your data fields, Click on the Import Data button.

 

After all your images are uploaded to OPS, your Subjects Window will open displaying a list of the data you just imported into OPS. In the image below you can see the first and last names along with the New OPS Password Generated for you as well as each Student’s ID and Grade.

 

Printing Your Opticon Bar Codes

Go to your project’s Subjects Tab and click on the Subject Actions drop down arrow. > Once the Subject Actions window opens, Click on the QR Codes / Barcodes line.

When your Subject Action Page opens, Click on the Format Drop Down Arrow to select the type of page format you would like to print out. The Sort and Filter Buttons on the left side of the page will allow you to print your data in the exact order you require for your project. (Note you can also Download a .CSV file of this data if you need to print out a custom format using Avery Printing software.)

You can print out 30-Up Barcode Output directly from OPS or if you need a custom Barcode design you can download your CSV file at Subject > Subject Actions > Barcodes > Formats >and then Download CSV. Next login to Avery.com (See link below) and follow the online instructions on their Design and Print Service.

https://www.avery.com/software/design-and-print/

 

 

 

Use Opticon Format Barcode to clear scanners before beginning a new project …. Use the Sync Scan barcode to sync the scanner with your camera.

Sync scanner and camera

Scan ‘Sync Scan’ barcode …. Note: It is critical that you shoot your “Sync Image” within 2 seconds after the SYNC Barcode is Scanned. Failure to shoot your SYNC image within 2 seconds of scanning could lead to mismatched images. If you aren’t sure you fired your camera within two seconds, you can repeat the SYNC after clearing your Scanner and Deleting the first SYNC image you shot. (Tip: Turn Off your Auto Focus before shooting your SYNC Image to ensure your camera fires immediately. Don’t forget to turn it back on!) 

Photographing subjects

• Scan first subject barcode / photograph subject image(s)
• All images taken after the scan belong to that scan.
• Scan second subject barcode which ends image being assigned to previous scan / photograph next subject’s image(s)

NOTE: Each subject need to have their own barcode…including students that were not included in your school's data prior to your shoot. ‘Walk Up Data’ when importing data anticipating students will need to be photographed that are not in the school's original data.

 

Post Photography

Connect the scanner to your computer with the cord that came with the scanner.

Find the ‘scanner drive’ / open it.

The box below is an example of how your Opticon scans appear in your SCANNED.TXT folder. The First line is your sync scan…all the data lines following the SYNC line are the subject barcode scans of each of the subjects that were scanned and photographed.

(Note: Scans are in chronological order and must not be adjusted in any way. Also, the SYNC scan and Sync image must be present and the first item in order for our OPS software to match your images with the correct data.)

Place the Scanned.txt file in a folder along with all the images that are to be imported into OrderPix…INCLUDING THE SYNC SCAN IMAGE. Note: you may have taken multiple images of each subject. You can cull images prior to this folder but the images finally placed in this ‘to be imported folder’ will be matched with data in the OrderPix project.

Auto Matching Groups/Classes, or Teams to Individuals with OPS’s Option Workflow

If your Opticon project requires Matching Individual Images to Groups or Classes, we recommend the following steps to ensure OPS will automatically match your Group/Class Photos to each child correctly.

Typically, the school or organization you are photographing will have the Grade, Homeroom, Teacher, or Team names already entered in the Excel file they give you before your shoot. It is important you identify which field name will be photographed for the project’s group images so you can plan accordingly. If the group names are not included as part of the data the school sends to you, we recommend you ask the school for a new Excel File with the group information field included. Doing this ahead of time will save you a lot of time and stress from having to match up your group photos manually after the shoot. 

 

Appending Data for Auto Group Matching

A note about appending your OPS Data.

The Group Matching instructions below require you to append your existing project data in OPS. It’s extremely important for you to follow the instructions below to ensure your project does not become corrupted with duplicate data. 

Do’s and Don’t of appending your OPS data

• When adding data to your project (such as Group Image file names) you should limit using the existing OPS project data fields to Ticket Code or Student Password and Group Name such as Teacher, Homeroom, Grade or Team if you’re working with a Sports Project, plus the group image column containing the .jpg file name. 
• Never upload your appending data without the OPS’s ticket code or student password included in your new data. The only exception to this rule would be if you are adding a new student’s name that was not included in the original posted data. 
• Flow Users: A ticket code is still needed for new subjects if your ticket codes were generated in Flow.

Recommended Workflow for Auto Group Matching

The sample school data below displays normal school shoot data with the Teacher’s Column being used for the Group Names. After shooting your group photos, we recommend you re-name your Group files the same as the Teacher’s name along with a .JPG (Important! Each file must have a .jpg at the end.) 

As you can see in the data sample below, the School Project has been sorted by Teacher’s names. The Group file names are named the same as all the Teachers. Sorting and naming your Group’s in this manner will insure each child will be matched up with their group photo automatically by the lab when your orders are printed.

Note: The method above will also work if your school is using Grades or Home Rooms for their Group Photos. In the Group Image Field, simply re-name your files 001.jpg, 002.jpg etc., for each grade or 0191.jpg for Home Rooms to get the same results. (Window users should always pad their number filenames with at least two zero so your files sort in the correct sequence.) 

(Note: Inexperienced Excel users should check out this YouTube Video on Filling Down Columns: Auto Fill Data.)

When you are finished adding your Group Image files names, simply Import and Merge your New School Data file with your group images. (See details below.)

 

Importing/Merging your Group Image Files 

After you have append your new school data for group image matching, simply click on the Subject Actions button and upload your New Data File* with the Group Image Names, and then upload the newly named Group Images. *Note: Your new “append” data file should contain the same information as the original file you used for the project. It's CRITICAL your appended .csv data file contains the Original Ticket Code column and data.  (The only change to the data file should be the addition of the Group Images .jpg Files Names.) 

 

Now go to the Subjects Page, click on the Subjects Actions link and then select the Add / Merge Subject Data Only line to add your appended .csv file to your project.

After uploading your appended data, the next step is to upload all your group image files. Simple login into Subjects Action button once again and this time select the Add / Merge Image File Names Only. Follow the same steps you took in uploading your individual files to upload your Group image files.

After both your new data and group image files are posted, your project Subject Page will display both the individual and group files in the appropriate student galleries.

Congratulations, your Groups Files are now matched to each subject!

 

 

OPS Auto Crop Instructions

OPS’s Auto Crop Option is a Free, Easy, and Convenient way to crop your images before posting them to your OPS Gallery. Auto Crop employs Facial Positioning technology to ensure your crops are consistent from subject to subject. Auto Crop is only available when the OrderSchoolPix URL is selected on your Project’s Option page.

Setting Up OPS Auto Crop

After Posting your images to your OPS Project, go to Subjects > Subject Actions > and then click on the Auto Crop Images line in the drop-down window. (Note: Auto Crop can be applied at any time, does not matter how long your project has been posted online.)

Auto Cropping Instructions

Enable Auto Crop For This Project Off / On

Set up a crop and the system will automatically set that crop on all images based on the subject's head position.

Instructions:

• - First select a suitable master image. One that represents an average face location.
• - Enable the additional crops (2,3) if desired (You can add additional crops later, but you will need to re-check everything after).
• - In the master image box(s), adjust the crop(s) to your liking.
• - Click "Apply to All".
• - Scan through the images and check for accuracy and correct any face detection errors. Adjust head detection error corrections by dragging the red face reticle (upside down “T”) to the desired location (align with center of nose and forehead). The crop(s) for the image will follow the reticle position.

Multiple Crop Option

Our Auto Crop service also allows you to offer your clients 3 different crops from the same pose! Shoot a 3/4 length photo for your first image and then set your crop position in OPS Auto Crop so you can offer two additional crops of your original image. This is especially effective for Green Screen Shooters because parents will be able to purchase different cropped prints and backgrounds. Basically, it is like selling three poses from a single image. Important Note: The Default Crop is always used for Admin & Yearbook Files, as a result we recommend you always crop the 1st / Default Crop to a Head & Shoulders Crop.

 

Auto Cropping Tools

Auto crop offers a full set of tools below each of your images so you can make any image your Master Image, identify the file name and subject you are working on and the ability to Clear the Cropping of any image. The second set of tools below are Keyboard Shortcuts which allow you to move the images left or right individually using the “B” & “N” keys on your Keyboard to jump an entire page set left or right using the “V” & “M” keys.

Limitations: This feature is intended for schoolwork where all shots are vertical and of similar zoom/head-size. This option only works for vertical individual images. No horizontal, group or layout creator images will be cropped. If using image tags, only "Crop 1" of an image will be tag-able. Crops are constrained to .8 aspect ratio. This feature is not recommended for non-school work.

Hint: Use F11 to toggle full screen mode. Use V, B N, and M keys to scroll images right and left. Use Ctrl-f to search for name or file name. Everything on this page auto-saves.

 

Multiple Crop Examples

Below are examples of the consumer view of a single image auto cropped and posted as three different sizes. OPS also supports Multiple Poses and Background Packages; samples of both options can be seen below.

Sample Images of the same subject image cropped as 3/4, Head & Chest and Head and Shoulders with different backgrounds.

Samples of a Multiple Pose Package and how to order it by clicking and dragging both images and backgrounds into the package’s various print sizes.

Contact your ACI Studio Consultant or Customer Service for more info on how to offer Multipose and Backgrounds to your clients with OPS.

 

Image Processing

Color Correction / File Adjustment / Green Screen

Making your images look great before posting them on OPS is critical to your studio brand and success. OPS offers three unique file adjustment services to ensure your images are adjusted to the highest quality standards.

How to Order OPS’s Image Processing Services can be located by navigating to your Project’s Options and then clicking on the Image Processing Tab, then select the Correction Method you prefer.

Please note: Be sure to request Image Processing on your project BEFORE uploading your files.

Service Descriptions:

OPS/ACI Color Correction: OPS offers two types of Standard Color Correction, Global and Individual.

Please see the description of each service below. 

 

 

Global Correction is only available to Volume orders that have been shot using the same background with consistent studio lighting. Projects with Inconsistent lighting & exposure (in and outdoors) should request Individual Color Correction. An ACI Color Technician will inspect your entire order and make a Single Global Correction for all the images in your project. We recommend you review your project first before requesting this service to make sure your project’s files are consistent. They do not have to be perfect (although we would not mind), just consistently the same so we can make one adjustment for all your files. Global Color is a Free Service.

 

Individual Color Correction 

Individual Color Correction should be requested on projects shot under a variety of lighting conditions, which resulted in your files being inconsistently exposed. Our Color Technicians will review all your files individually and adjust them (if necessary) so all your file’s Color and Density match as closely as possible. 

Individual Color Correction charge is $0.10 per file.

Please note: Our Individual Color Correction Service makes every effort possible to adjust your files to be as consistent as possible. However, there are limits as to how much correction can be done. Files that are (extremely) poorly exposed, shot in the wrong Color Space, and/or White Balance may not yield acceptable results. 

 

Ordering Green Screen Knockouts

Upload your Green Screen Images via OPS by clicking Yes in the Extract Green Screen section of our Image Processing page. We will knock out your file’s Green Background and convert them to a PNG file. Normal completion time for file knockouts is 1-2 working days. It is strongly recommended you Test your Studio’s Green Screen Setup with us before submitting any files for knockouts.

You can send us some Green Screen Test files by going to your Projects Page > Clicking on the Add a Project button > then Clicking on the Test Button in the Green Screen Section of the project setup window. Our staff will knock out, print, and return up to 10 - 8x10 prints of your images at no charge. Please feel free to contact our customer support staff if you have any questions or concerns about the quality of your knocked out images. We will be happy to review your test results with you.

(Note: Other Solid Color Background Colors knockouts are also available. Please contact Customer Service for details on acceptable background colors and pricing.)

Individual ¾ Length Green Screen Knockout Files are priced at $0.33* per file.

(*Prices are subject to change at any time.)

 

Studio Self Extract Green Screen Knockout Workflow

 Critical Note: It is extremely important for studios handling their Green Screen Knockouts outside the OPS environment to follow the instructions below. Failure to follow our workflow instructions for your project’s Green Screen files could result in many additional hours of extra work and needless remakes.

Working with Green Screen files that have NOT been Knocked Out

• (Using a copy of your project’s .Jpg or Raw files, shot with either QR Codes or an Opticon scanner Image Matching.) Use your normal Lightroom/Bridge workflow to import your .JPG/Raw files to cull, crop and correct your images. Export your .JPG/Raw files out of Lightroom as .jpg files at an 8x10 crop ratio and sized at 80%, Making Certain your files retain their Original File Names from your shoot. (Absolutely No exceptions.)
• Next go to OPS and upload a copy of the .jpg files you exported from Lightroom/Bridge to your project using the normal OPS QR Code or Opticon project posting recommendations. Note: The .jpg files you will be uploading should still have Green Screen Backgrounds.
•  Double check your Subjects page to make sure all the images you posted to your project are assigned to the correct data.
• Now using a copy of the .jpg files you exported from Lightroom/Bridge to import to your Green Screen knockout software and Knockout your Backgrounds. (If you are using a different Green Knockout service, simply send your files out to your vendor for knockout services.)
•  After all your Green Screen Background files have been extracted, the file name extensions will be changed from .JPG to .PNG. (Note: Once again make sure your files export out names exactly the same file name as your originally named files except with a .Png extension.)
• Next go back to your Project’s Subjects screen and Click on the Subject Actions Tab and then Click on the Add/Merge Image Files Only Line to post your Knocked out .Png files. OPS will over right your .Jpg files with the New Knocked Out .Png files providing they still have the same file names. 

 

 

 

 

Client Registrations

Can’t get email addresses or data for your shoot? We have a solution for you, have your clients Register before being photographed at your next event! OPS’s Client Registration service will gather all your clients’ data and make it available to you as a .CVS file download. You will also be able to create QR Codes from the data for your shoot, or Bar Codes if you’re an Opticon user. 

Never again will you have to worry about getting data for a shoot! 

Login to your OPS Admin Page and Click on the Add a Project button

(Note: You can also give your clients a PrePay option when Pre-Registering, see page #45 for more details.)

After saving your Project Setup form, go to the Options page and click on the Links button.

Next Go to the Bottom of the Links page and click on the “Print a Registration QR Code Sign.”

The QR Code Registration Page offers you a couple of different options for you to consider in acquiring a data list for your project. First it contains a Shortcut Link you can copy and email to your prospective clients. The QR Code Registration page is editable so you can edit the two text boxes for any pre-registration event and then print the Registration Flyers out on your printer so they can be displayed at your shoot.

Client Registration QR codes are automatically created specifically for each project. When your clients scans your project’s QR code with their mobile device or logs in via the Registration shortcut URL, the device (iPhone, tablet, computer etc.) will automatically open your QR Code Registration Page. (See Sample Below.) Your client can then fill in the registration information fields and submit the info directly to your OPS project’s Subjects Page. All project registration client’s info will be listed on your project’s Subjects webpage. (See additional details below.)

You can also add the QR code to your studio’s Flyers/Envelopes, by simply copying the QR Code on the page. Right Mouse Click the QR Code and then select the Save image as…. line. 

(Appears after the right mouse click.) 

Below is a sample of the QR Code project Registration screen on an iPhone.

(Note: OPS’s Registration page will open on any device, including a computer screen.) 

All Pre-Registrations will be listed on your OPS Project’s Subjects Page.

After the Pre-Registration Process has ended, you can convert your Subject Names to QR Codes or Barcodes for your shoot. Simply Click on the Subject Actions Dropdown Arrow, and then the QR Codes / Barcodes line. A new window will open for selecting and printing the style QR or Barcode you would like to use.

Please refer to our QR Code or Opticon Image Match Instructions for details on selecting and printing your Bar or QR Codes and Posting your images.

 

Registration PrePay Option………….

Adding a PrePay Option to your Client’s Registration is also available, simply click on the Add a PrePay Project button (Instead of the Add a Project button) and create a PrePay project for your shoot. Next go to the Links screen to access your Registration Links. After your clients complete their registration form, their confirmation will include a PrePay for Photos button. Clicking on the button will take them to your project’s PrePay screen.