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What metadata can I record?
Frames lets you log detailed information for every shot, including camera, lens, filters, film stock, frame number, focal length, aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, ISO, metering mode, exposure program, focus distance, flash, GPS location, timestamps, a reference image, and custom notes, ensuring you never lose track of important analog photography details.

Which image formats are supported?
Frames for Mac can reintegrate your metadata into JPEG, JXL, TIFF, and DNG formats, allowing you to embed your recorded metadata directly into scanned analog photos for seamless organization and workflow across your devices. For other proprietary formats you can export an XMP sidecar from the iPhone app and add it in the same folder as your image.

Which exposure increments are supported?
Frames provides default sequences that cover most lenses and cameras. You can define an increment like full stop, half stop or third stop, then a start and end value and the app controls will only show the values supported by your equipment. In addition to this, you can also define custom sequences manually, making it compatible with any shutter speed or aperture value.

Can I log tripods or accessories?
Yes, you can record tripods, flashes, and other accessories using the custom notes field for each shot. This flexible approach lets you document any equipment or shooting details that matter to your workflow, from tripod models to remote releases and light modifiers.

How do I sync my data between iPhone and Mac?
You can seamlessly transfer your film photography data between iPhone and Mac using .frames file exports. Simply export your rolls from using the export menu on iPhone and share it with your Mac using Airdrop, Message or any way you find convenient. While automatic cloud sync isn't currently available to maintain your privacy and data ownership, the .frames format makes manual syncing quick and straightforward.

Does Frames work offline?
Absolutely. Frames works completely offline, making it perfect for shooting in remote locations without internet. All your data is stored locally on your device, so you can log shots, manage your archive, and organize your gear anywhere. GPS location tagging also works offline and saves automatically when you record each frame. The only time you need internet is for checking app updates.

What are the plans for future updates?
Frames was built for and with the film photography community. All feedbacks are shaping the app, both when it comes to fixing issues but also defining priorities and adding new features. Future updates will expand workflow features, improve integration across devices, and add new tools requested by the community. This will make analog photography logging even more flexible and powerful.

How to get in touch?
Frames is built with and for the community, so feel free to reach out anytime you need help or have a feedback. You can use the project accounts on social networks available at the end of this page or reach out via email.