Photography is more competitive than ever. Clients expect fast delivery, high resolution images and multiple format variations. A smooth workflow is not optional, it is essential.
Below are 10 actionable steps photographers should take before sending images, with explanations of how convertimagedownload.com (CID) can support each step.
1. Export Photos in the Right Resolution
Photographers should prepare images in both full resolution and delivery resolution.
Full resolution: 4000px+
Delivery resolution: 2048 to 3500px
CID helps convert exported images into standardized formats after resizing.
2. Convert RAW Files for Non Technical Clients
RAW files are amazing for editing but unsuitable for regular viewing.
CID can convert RAW (CR2, ARW, NEF, etc.) into:
- JPG for normal viewing
- PNG for editors or designers
- WEBP for web portfolios
3. Prepare Social Media Versions
Every platform has image compression. It is better to optimize before uploading.
Facebook: 2048px
Instagram: 1350px (portrait)
Twitter/X: 1600px
CID helps convert final outputs into lightweight formats ready for upload.
4. Compress Images Without Ruining Quality
Photographers should aim for:
- JPG quality 80–90 percent for delivery
- Slightly lower for social media versions
CID helps adjust formats that naturally compress better, like WEBP.
5. Create a Set of Web Ready Images
A photography portfolio should load fast.
CID helps by converting JPG to WEBP, dramatically reducing size.
6. Prepare PNG Versions for Designers or Editors
Designers often need PNG for:
- Transparent edits
- Product retouching
- Compositing
CID allows batch conversions for entire sets.
7. Rename and Organize Files Properly
Structured filenames help you and the client:
Example:
eventname_001.jpg
eventname_002.jpg
CID preserves filenames during conversion, keeping your organization intact.
8. Remove Unnecessary Metadata for Privacy
Some photos contain GPS or device data.
CID strips most metadata during conversion, helping with privacy protection.
9. Prepare Multiple File Types for Different Uses
Delivery should include:
- High res JPG
- Web optimized JPG or WEBP
- Optional PNG for transparency
CID makes it easy to generate each version in batches.
10. Produce Archive Friendly Versions
Long term storage requires:
- TIFF for master copies
- JPG for general viewing
- WEBP for web
CID helps convert folders quickly before archiving.
This 10 step process helps photographers deliver better results, improve workflow speed and maintain professionalism. CID simplifies everything by allowing bulk conversion up to 50 files at once.
