Efficient file management and seamless image processing are now at your fingertips with the new Auto Import & Export functionality in Evoto! Once you set up the auto-import and auto-export settings, simply drag photos into the watched folder, and Evoto will take care of the rest—automatically import, apply presets, and export them. These features can be used independently or together, giving you ultimate flexibility. Whether you’re working with tethered shooting or just looking to automate your import/export tasks, Evoto makes it easier than ever to speed up your workflow, saving you valuable time and effort.

 

How to Set up Auto Import & Export

Step 1: Create a New Project

Before diving into the auto import/export process, start by creating a new project. This step ensures that images will be auto-exported according to the corresponding import files within one project, helping you keep your workflow organized and simplifying file management. Locate the Auto Import & Export option and click on it to open the configuration.

Step 2: Enable Auto Import

Set Up Import Folders:

• In the Preview Page, click on watched folder and add the folders you want to monitor. You can add up to 10 folders and limitless sub-folders at once (only the first-level subfolders), which means multiple workflows can be run simultaneously to increase processing speed and improve productivity.

• Simple clicks to select the file types you would like to import and preset you wish to be automatically applied to the imported images.

Start Auto Import:

• Click on Start Auto Import to enable the feature. Once you enable it, Evoto will automatically import new images added to the watched folders, saving you time and effort.
  Note: Only newly added images will be imported automatically. Existing images in the folder will not be imported or deleted.

Step 3: Enable Auto Export

Set the Export Path:

• Define a folder where exported files will be saved. Make sure the export path is different from the import path to avoid any file confusion.

• Evoto gives you the flexibility to choose between two options for your export:

  • Preserve the original folder structure to maintain the same source directories, making file management significantly more efficient.

  • Export all images into a single destination folder for simpler management.

Before you start the auto export, click on the More Settings icon to customize export settings, including a new one than normal manually export: Auto Export Interval, which allows you to set the time interval between auto-export actions.

Start Auto Export:

• Once all export settings are configured, click on Start Auto Export to activate the feature.
  Note: While Auto Export is active, all feature modules (except Tethered Shooting) will be disabled.

Step 4: Monitor Progress

Progress Bars for Import & Export:

Both the import and export processes feature progress bars that show real-time status.

• Import Progress Bar: Includes a Pause button that allows you to temporarily halt the import process.

• Export Progress Bar: Does not support pausing, so the process continues until completion.

With Auto Import & Export workflows, you can simply drop your image files into the designated folders, and Evoto will automatically process them according to the preconfigured workflows.

 

Tips and Tricks for Auto Import & Export

The Auto Import & Export feature in Evoto is tailored to simplify and optimize your editing process, especially when dealing with large-scale projects. Here’s how you can maximize its potential:

• Automate Tedious Tasks

For everyday users, Auto Import & Export automates repetitive actions like transferring images between software, saving time, and eliminating manual effort. Evoto takes care of importing, applying presets, and exporting seamlessly.

• Unlimited Subfolder Support

Evoto offers the ability to manage up to 10 watched folders and supports unlimited first-level subfolders, a capability unmatched by most platforms. This flexibility allows you to create intricate folder hierarchies for even the most complex projects, ensuring effortless organization.

• Preserve Your Folder Structure

Choose whether to maintain the original folder structure or export all images to a single destination folder. Preserving source directories ensures your files remain organized exactly as they were, making them easy to find later.

• Achieve Consistent Results with Presets

Pair Auto Import & Export with Evoto’s presets to apply consistent edits across multiple images. This fully automated process ensures all your files are ready for delivery without additional manual adjustments.

• Perfect for High-Volume Workflows

Photographers and studios managing bulk image processing—like event photography—can benefit immensely. Set up watched folders for each client or project, and Evoto handles everything from import to export while keeping files neatly organized.

By leveraging these tips, you can transform your workflow into a fully automated and efficient process, whether you’re working on individual projects or managing enterprise-level tasks. Let Evoto take care of the details, so you can focus on your creative vision.

 

Tips for School and Portrait Shoots: Just Press the Shutter – Let Evoto handle the Rest

For photographers managing high-volume shoots, combining Evoto’s Auto Import & Export feature with tethered shooting takes efficiency to the next level. This powerful integration streamlines your workflow, automating tasks so you can focus solely on capturing the perfect shots.

How It Works with Tethered Shooting

When paired with tethered shooting, Evoto automates the entire post-capture process:

• As images are captured, they are seamlessly imported into your designated Evoto project.

• Presets are automatically applied, saving you editing time.

• Edited photos are exported to your chosen destination folder, preserving the original folder structure for better organization.

Note:

• The Capture Folder for Tethered Shooting, the Watched Folder for auto-import, and the export folder for auto-export must all be separate and cannot overlap.

• When using Tethered Shooting with the camera set to RAW + JPEG, two versions of the same image will be imported into the project. In this scenario, if Auto Export is enabled, it may result in duplicate exports for both RAW and JPEG images.

 

Key Benefits 

• Enhanced Efficiency: Tethered shooting allows for instant file transfer, and Evoto takes care of the rest—automating edits and exports.

• Improved Accuracy: Each step, from import to export, adheres to your predefined settings, ensuring consistent output.

• Faster Turnaround: Automating repetitive tasks significantly reduces post-shoot workload, enabling you to handle large-scale projects with ease.

By leveraging Evoto’s Auto Import & Export, especially in tandem with tethered shooting, you can revolutionize your workflow, achieving high-quality results with minimal effort.

 

With the Auto Import & Export feature, managing your image processing workflow has never been easier. Whether you’re shooting tethered, importing directly from multiple folders, or automating your export process, Evoto helps you stay organized and efficient.