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IPTC
An industry-standard set of metadata used to label and categorize digital photos. It was created by the International Press
Telecommunications Council and used by many photographic agencies and applications.
XMP / IPTC
This is a newer standard that includes many improvements.
Sidecar files
A sidecar file is any file that is associated with an image file and is found in the same folder as the image file. These
typically include:
XMP files — store settings and metadata for an image file
WAV files — voice notes or other audio recordings associated with an image
Some RAW files store thumbnails in separate sidecar files.
Color management
The technology and processes to match color across multiple image capture and reproduction devices. Proper color
management ensures that colors are rendered on screen and in prints as faithfully as the various output technologies
allow.
Every monitor, printer or other image output device has unique color reproduction qualities. Printers vary these qualities
with different ink and paper brands and types. Having accurate Color Profiles for each device in your photographic
workflow will ensure that you get the most accurate color and overall photographic quality from your digital
photographs.
