Stock Photography Workflow Checklist

Stock photography workflow checklist: what to check before every upload

A repeatable checklist helps contributors catch weak images, missing metadata, irrelevant keywords, duplicate files, and platform-specific issues before publishing.

Upload errors appear late without a checklist

Contributors often find missing captions, weak keywords, or duplicate images only after the upload process has already started.

Lookflow makes the checklist part of the workflow

The beta workflow guides contributors through batch selection, metadata, AI keyword drafts, duplicate checks, and publishing preparation.

Lookflow Guide

A lean upload checklist

1

Review the batch

Remove duplicates, weak files, and wrong versions before metadata work begins.

2

Prepare metadata

Check titles, captions, categories, and relevant keywords.

3

Confirm platform steps

See which platform-related actions still need attention.

Lookflow Guide

Checklist items worth standardizing

Duplicates

Spot repeated or highly similar images.

Keyword relevance

Check terms against what buyers can actually see.

IPTC fields

Keep titles, captions, and categories complete.

Batch status

Review the whole set rather than isolated files.

Platform readiness

Prepare for agency requirements earlier.

Beta feedback

Report missing checklist items while Lookflow evolves.

Lookflow Guide

Frequently asked questions

Is a checklist useful for small batches?

Yes. Repeatable quality helps even small recurring uploads.

Does Lookflow replace final review?

No. It structures the review; contributors remain responsible for final quality.

Is the checklist workflow free in beta?

Yes. The standard beta workflow remains free.

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