Make the Most of the Tools You Have

Are you still wasting time by manually labeling your photos? Learn how to use the hidden functions of the built-in tools in your photo editing software to quickly improve your efficiency.Learn to use available tools to save time and effort, and say goodbye to repetitive operations!

Why can't you increase your efficiency?

In fact, most software packages are designed with a "laziness tool" that makes the process easier.For example, there's the batch-replace function in word processing software, the preset label library in project management software, and the autofill feature in browser plug-ins. If you use these built-in tools well, you can save 30 minutes a day in manual operations.

Unlocking the secrets of effective branding.

First, get to know your tools.

If you open your browser's preferences and look at the "Tag Management" module, you'll probably be surprised to see what's there.For example, the global tag library in Notion, conditional formatting in Excel, or Photoshop's ability to batch rename layers are usually buried deep in the menus.Spend 10 minutes to do a function inventory, and it's much better than having to mess around with third party add-ons.

Batch processing is the way to go.

If you need to apply the same label to more than 100 items, don't be a dolt and copy and paste.Try these combinations:

1. Select all the files you want to tag (Ctrl + A), and then tag them all at once (right-click).

2. In the table, write the screening criteria to automatically add the corresponding labels.

3. Import CSV files that already have a column of tags. The system will automatically recognize them.

Create your own label template.

You can save a set of commonly used labels as a template, and then call it up the next time you need it.For example, when classifying content, you can use a three-tiered label system of "industry-type-priority," or you can create a special label group for promotional activities in the e-commerce back end.Remember to clean out the expired templates regularly, otherwise finding a label will take longer than printing one.

These details will double your efficiency.

Use keyboard shortcuts: Many tools support user-defined keyboard shortcuts (for example, in Evernote, Ctrl + Shift + T will bring up the tag box).

Color-coding: Assign a different color to each type of file and you can immediately tell what kind of file you are looking at.

– Synchronized cross-platform settings: The browser, mobile phone, and computer all use the same rules for tags, avoiding the need for repeated adjustments.

Why not give a few of these a try? You may be able to get out of work half an hour early tomorrow.