ExifTool

ExifTool 11.64

Windows / Phil Harvey / 41893 / Full spec
Description

ExifTool - The Ultimate Digital Photo Software

Are you tired of struggling with digital photo files that lack the necessary information to help you organize and manage your collection? Do you want a powerful tool that can read, write, and edit metadata in image, audio, and video files? Look no further than ExifTool!

ExifTool is a platform-independent command-line application that allows users to extract thumbnail images, preview images, and large JPEG images from RAW files. It also enables users to copy metadata between files, read or write structured XMP information, delete metadata individually or in groups or altogether. Additionally, it sets the file modification date from EXIF information.

With ExifTool's advanced capabilities for managing digital photo files' metadata comes an easy-to-use interface that makes it simple for even novice users to get started. Whether you're looking to organize your personal photo collection or manage professional photography projects with thousands of photos involved - ExifTool has got you covered.

Key Features:

1. Platform-Independent: ExifTool is available on Windows PC's as well as Mac OS X and Linux systems.

2. Command-Line Interface: With its command-line interface (CLI), Exiftool provides advanced functionality for power-users who prefer working with text-based commands rather than graphical user interfaces (GUIs).

3. Metadata Editing: With its ability to read/write/edit metadata in image/audio/video files - including EXIF data such as camera settings like aperture value & shutter speed; GPS location data; IPTC data like keywords & captions; XMP data like copyright info & rating values - Exiftool provides unparalleled control over your digital assets' organization.

4. Batch Processing: With batch processing capabilities built-in into the software's core functionality - allowing users to apply changes across multiple photos at once without having manually edit each file individually.

5. Customizable Output Formats: Users can customize output formats according to their needs using various options available within the software itself.

6. Free And Open Source Software (FOSS): As an open-source project under GPL license terms – anyone can download/use/modify/share this software without any restrictions whatsoever!

Benefits:

1) Save Time And Effort In Managing Your Digital Assets

With its powerful features for reading/writing/editing metadata in image/audio/video files – including support for RAW formats – Exiftool helps photographers save time by automating repetitive tasks such as renaming/moving/copying photos based on their EXIF/IPTC/XMP tags etc., thus reducing manual effort required significantly!

2) Improve Your Workflow Efficiency

By providing batch processing capabilities along with customizable output formats – photographers can streamline their workflow processes by applying changes across multiple photos at once without having manually edit each file individually! This not only saves time but also improves overall efficiency levels significantly!

3) Enhance Your Photos' Visibility Online

By adding relevant keywords/captions/ratings etc., photographers can improve their photos' visibility online by making them more searchable via search engines/social media platforms etc.! This helps increase exposure levels significantly while also improving overall engagement rates among viewers/users alike!

Conclusion:

In conclusion, if you're looking for a powerful tool that allows you complete control over your digital assets' organization while saving time/effort required significantly – then look no further than Exiftool! With its advanced features/batch processing capabilities/customizable output formats/free/open-source nature – this software is perfect for both amateur/professional photographers alike! So why wait? Download now and start organizing/managing your digital assets today!

Review

If you can handle the Perl programming language or have no problem with the Command Prompt (or typing characters and spaces) then ExifTool offers a super-fast way to view and edit an image file's metadata without having to open a substantial program. Simply place this portable tool's executable file on your desktop and drag an image file into it to produce a Command Prompt window displaying all of the file's available metadata. To edit data, you'll need to rename the executable file and open it via a command line, which enables all of the Perl distribution's features.

We extracted ExifTool's executable and double-clicked it to open the program's documentation, which includes an extensive list of file types and meta information formats that ExifTools supports. Right away we knew we were in unfamiliar territory. Following the instructions, we closed the prompt and dragged an image file into ExifTool's executable. ExifTool popped back up with all of the image's available metadata displayed (many spaces were blank). Simple enough. The program's executable file downloads with the (-k) suffix, which tells the Command Prompt to stay open. We renamed it, as the instructions recommend, but, as we noted before, we were already well outside the lines of the sort of software we were looking for -- or that most users would look for, for that matter.

So who should look at ExifTool's Windows distribution? Windows users with Perl installed on their machines (and some basic skills using the language) will be well-equipped, but the average user will do better with a more familiar tool. Adventurous types who like the idea of a super-basic, super-flexible command line tool will find ExifTool easy to learn and educational, too.

Full spec
Publisher Phil Harvey
Publisher site http://www.sno.phy.queensu.ca/~phil/exiftool/
Release date 2019-08-28
Date added 2019-08-28
Category Digital Photo Software
Sub category Media Management
Version 11.64
Os requirements Windows 2000, Windows Vista, Windows, Windows 7, Windows XP
Requirements None
Price Free
Downloads per week 5
Total downloads 41893

Comments:

  • David

    ExifTool is a fantastic software for managing digital photos! It has helped me organize and edit my photos easily.

    Sep 11, 2019
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    • Anna

      @David I completely agree! ExifTool is my go-to software for organizing my photo library. The batch processing capabilities are a time-saver.

      Sep 15, 2019
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    • Daniel

      @David @Anna I've heard good things about ExifTool too. Can it handle RAW file formats effectively?

      Sep 25, 2019
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      • Emily

        @Daniel Yes, ExifTool supports various RAW file formats. It has been very reliable for me in handling and extracting metadata.

        Oct 09, 2019
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    Grace

    ExifTool is indeed a great software for managing digital photos. It has a user-friendly interface and the features are just what I needed.

    Oct 18, 2019
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    • Chris

      @Grace I couldn't agree more! ExifTool has made my photo management tasks much more efficient.

      Nov 10, 2019
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  • Olivia

    I recently started using ExifTool and it has exceeded my expectations. It's so versatile and has made my workflow smoother.

    Nov 26, 2019
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    • Sophia

      @Olivia I had the same experience! ExifTool has become an essential tool for me when working with digital photos.

      Jan 26, 2020
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    • Henry

      @Sophia @Olivia ExifTool's ability to update metadata in bulk has been a game-changer for me. Saves a lot of time and effort.

      Feb 06, 2020
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  • Lucas

    ExifTool is by far the most comprehensive media management software I've used. Highly recommended!

    Feb 22, 2020
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      Ella

      @Lucas I couldn't agree more! ExifTool has all the features I need for managing my extensive photo library.

      Apr 11, 2020
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      Julian

      @Lucas @Ella I'm a professional photographer and the flexibility of ExifTool in handling different file formats is impressive.

      May 15, 2020
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        Nora

        @Julian That's great to hear! I was just about to ask if ExifTool is suitable for professional use.

        Aug 23, 2020
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          Liam

          @Nora Absolutely! ExifTool has been widely used by professionals in the photography industry. Definitely worth trying out!

          Aug 23, 2020
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    Mia

    ExifTool has been my go-to software for years. It's reliable, fast, and provides accurate metadata extraction.

    Sep 05, 2020
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    • Noah

      @Mia I'm glad you mentioned the speed. ExifTool's performance is outstanding even when dealing with a large number of photos.

      Sep 15, 2020
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  • Chloe

    I recently started using ExifTool and it has made organizing my photos a breeze. Highly recommended!

    Sep 28, 2020
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      Lily

      @Chloe I agree! ExifTool's batch renaming feature has been a lifesaver for me when managing my photo collections.

      Oct 07, 2020
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        Samuel

        @Lily ExifTool's ability to preserve existing metadata while performing operations is also a big plus for me. Great software indeed!

        Oct 14, 2020
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    Elijah

    ExifTool has become an essential part of my digital photography workflow. It's reliable and offers extensive customization options.

    Oct 20, 2020
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    • Hannah

      @Elijah I agree, customization is key, and ExifTool offers a wide range of options to suit different needs.

      Oct 25, 2020
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      William

      @Elijah @Hannah ExifTool's support for command-line usage is also worth mentioning. It allows for efficient automation of tasks.

      Nov 17, 2020
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    Evelyn

    I've been using ExifTool for quite some time now, and it hasn't disappointed me. It's an essential tool for any photo enthusiast.

    Nov 25, 2020
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      Michael

      @Evelyn I couldn't agree more. ExifTool's ability to handle a wide range of metadata fields is impressive.

      Jan 04, 2021
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    Victoria

    ExifTool is a reliable software that I highly recommend for anyone dealing with digital photos. It simplifies the process.

    Jan 25, 2021
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    • Jack

      @Victoria That's true! ExifTool's ease of use is one of its strongest features. It's suitable for both beginners and advanced users.

      May 29, 2021
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        Ava

        @Jack Absolutely! ExifTool's intuitive interface makes editing and managing photo metadata a breeze.

        Aug 02, 2021
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        • Sophia

          @Ava I agree. ExifTool's interface is well-designed, making it easy to navigate through the software's features.

          Aug 10, 2021
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            James

            @Sophia I'm glad you mentioned that. ExifTool's user-friendly interface sets it apart from other similar software.

            Aug 17, 2021
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    Alexander

    ExifTool's support for geotagging is impressive. It allows for easy management of location data in photos.

    Aug 19, 2021
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    • Elizabeth

      @Alexander I agree! ExifTool's geotagging capabilities have been very useful in my photography projects.

      Sep 06, 2021
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    • Henry

      @Alexander @Elizabeth ExifTool's ability to extract GPS data from photos is a valuable feature for travel photographers like myself.

      Dec 02, 2021
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  • Julia

    ExifTool is an essential tool for keeping my photo library organized. It has all the features I need and more.

    Dec 05, 2021
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    • Matthew

      @Julia I couldn't agree more. ExifTool has streamlined my photo management tasks and made them much more efficient.

      Mar 26, 2022
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        Grace

        @Matthew I'm glad to hear that. ExifTool's versatility is what makes it stand out among other similar software.

        Jul 03, 2022
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    • Oliver

      @Grace @Matthew ExifTool's extensive command-line options give advanced users a lot of flexibility in their workflows.

      Jul 27, 2022
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  • Amelia

    I recently started using ExifTool and I'm impressed with its ability to handle a large number of photos efficiently.

    Aug 21, 2022
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      Benjamin

      @Amelia I had the same experience! ExifTool's performance is remarkable, even when dealing with thousands of photos.

      Sep 04, 2022
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  • Daniel

    ExifTool is the perfect companion for digital photographers. Its wide range of features caters to all my photo management needs.

    Sep 09, 2022
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      Emma

      @Daniel I agree! ExifTool's extensive capabilities have made it an indispensable software in my photography workflow.

      Nov 01, 2022
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        Liam

        @Emma ExifTool's ability to read and write metadata from various file formats is what sets it apart from other similar software.

        Mar 01, 2023
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    Mia

    ExifTool has become an essential part of my photo editing process. Its batch editing capabilities are a time-saver.

    Mar 12, 2023
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    • Noah

      @Mia I couldn't agree more! ExifTool's batch processing has made my editing workflow much more efficient.

      Mar 31, 2023
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      • Olivia

        @Noah I find ExifTool's ability to copy and paste metadata between photos very useful. Saves a lot of manual effort.

        Jun 08, 2023
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    Michael

    ExifTool is a powerful software for managing digital photos. Its ability to handle a wide range of file formats is impressive.

    Jun 12, 2023
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    • Sophia

      @Michael I agree! ExifTool's support for various file formats is what makes it an essential tool for any photographer.

      Jun 23, 2023
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  • Ethan

    ExifTool's documentation is excellent. It provides clear instructions on how to utilize the software's features effectively.

    Aug 10, 2023
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    • Isabella

      @Ethan I'm glad you mentioned that. ExifTool's well-documented usage makes it easier to learn and make the most of the software.

      Aug 15, 2023
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    James

    ExifTool is a must-have software for any digital photographer. It simplifies the process of managing photos and metadata.

    Sep 23, 2023
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    • Emily

      @James I couldn't agree more. ExifTool has become an essential part of my photo management toolkit.

      Nov 18, 2023
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