Job Photos & Documentation

Document your work visually with job photos in WorkSnap Pro.

Why Document with Photos?

Photos serve multiple purposes:

• Before/After proof - Show the transformation
• Progress tracking - Document each stage
• Dispute protection - Evidence of work done
• Marketing content - Share quality work
• Team communication - Show remote team members

Adding Photos to Jobs

From Mobile Device

1. Open the job
2. Tap Add Photos or camera icon
3. Take Photo - Use device camera
4. Choose from Gallery - Select existing photos
5. Photos upload to job

From Desktop

1. Open the job
2. Click Add Photos
3. Drag and drop files
4. Or click to browse and select
5. Photos upload to job

Photo Categories

Organize photos by stage:

Category	Purpose
Before	Initial condition
During	Work in progress
After	Completed work
Issues	Problems found
Materials	Products used
General	Other documentation

Categorizing Photos

1. Select a photo
2. Click Edit or info icon
3. Choose category
4. Save

Photo Details

Add context to photos:

Field	Use
Caption	Brief description
Category	Before/During/After
Date	When photo taken
Location	Where on site
Notes	Additional details

Photo Gallery View

View all job photos:

1. Open the job
2. Navigate to Photos tab
3. See all photos in gallery
4. Filter by category if needed

Gallery Features

• Thumbnail grid view
• Full-screen viewer
• Slideshow mode
• Download options

Sharing Photos

With Customers

Include photos in communications:

1. Select photos to share
2. Click Share
3. Send via email or get link
4. Customer can view selected photos

In Invoices/Estimates

Attach photos to documents:

1. Create or edit invoice/estimate
2. Add attachment
3. Select job photos
4. Photos appear on document

Photo Storage

Photos are securely stored:

• Cloud-based storage
• Accessible from any device
• Backed up automatically
• Retained with job records

Taking Great Job Photos

Before Photos

• Capture entire area
• Document existing damage
• Note starting condition
• Multiple angles

Progress Photos

• Daily or milestone updates
• Show work stages
• Document hidden work (before covering)
• Capture quality details

After Photos

• Match before photo angles
• Show completed details
• Highlight quality work
• Clean area before shooting

Photo Tips

1. Good lighting - Natural light is best
2. Steady shots - No blur
3. Wide and close - Both overview and details
4. Date stamp - Enable if available
5. Consistent angles - Same position for before/after

Using Photos for Protection

Photos protect against disputes:

Pre-Existing Conditions

Document before starting:

• Existing damage
• Condition of surrounding areas
• Items in work area

Work Quality

Document throughout:

• Proper techniques used
• Code compliance
• Quality materials

Completion Evidence

Document at finish:

• Completed work
• Customer acceptance
• Clean work area

Photo Export

Export photos for other uses:

1. Select photos
2. Click Export or Download
3. Choose format (original or compressed)
4. Download to device

Use exports for:

• Insurance documentation
• Portfolio building
• Social media marketing
• Customer presentations

Photo Requirements

Supported Formats

• JPG/JPEG
• PNG
• HEIC (converted automatically)

File Size

• Maximum file size: 25 MB per photo
• Large photos are automatically optimized for storage

Storage Limits

Photo storage limits vary by plan. Check your plan details in Settings > Subscription for specifics.

Deleting Photos

Remove unwanted photos:

1. Select the photo
2. Click Delete
3. Confirm deletion

Warning: Photo deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure you have a backup if you might need the photo later.

Best Practices

1. Document everything - More is better than less
2. Organize immediately - Categorize as you upload
3. Add descriptions - Caption important details
4. Regular uploads - Don't wait until job end
5. Back up locally - Keep copies on your device too

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