Hello, my fabulous photographers!

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Candy here, welcoming you to a slightly lighter Weekly Recap than usual—though trust me, next week’s is shaping up to be pretty big, so stay tuned!

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Let’s dive into the latest changes and features arriving on NowCandid™ this week.

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1. Group Photo Toggle for PartyPics™ 🏷️
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We’ve extended the Group Photo toggle on the Manage Images page to include PartyPics™ events:

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• Mark as Group Image: Place that photo at the end of every participant’s personal gallery.
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• Selling Group Photos:
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  • If you have group photo–specific products, those images are only purchasable on those items.
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  • If not, they’re sold on your normal product lineup.
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• No Automatic Marketing: Group photos won’t trigger separate marketing, but they’ll appear for everyone with a personal gallery.

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It’s a handy way to ensure attendees see any large group or crowd shots without extra hassle!

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2. Improved Participant Counts 🙋

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Our Participant counting system just got more accurate:

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• Combined Contacts: If a single Selfie Check-In™ has multiple Contact entries, it now counts as one "Participant", rather than one Participant for each Contact.
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• Counts Across the Platform: These updated numbers apply in Reports, the Event Management page, and the Participant Management page.
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• Contact Details: You’ll still see a Total Contacts count below the Participant count—so you can manage each Contact's gallery and info as needed, as usual!

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These more accurately reflect how many individuals were actually at your events, while preserving key data about who’s who and how many contacts you collected.

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3. Face Matching™ for Portraits Now 🤳

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Lastly, you can now choose to run Face Matching™ in your Portraits Now events:

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• Previously Positive ID Only: Portraiture Events historically used only Positive ID, but many photographers brought up use cases for face-based workflows in certain portrait sessions!
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• Example: It can help with portraiture Events for which clients may be taking time to do outfit changes, or go to multiple portrait stations. Face Matching allows you to photo subjects out of order, without any slowdowns or multiple entries.

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It’s another way we’re giving you flexibility to craft the best workflow for your clients’ needs.

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That’s it for this week, folks!

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Sometimes even small updates can have a big impact on your Workflow! So thanks for staying tuned.

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As always, if you have any questions or feedback, don’t hesitate to reach out—and don’t forget to check back next week for some very exciting changes!

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Candy 🍬

Hello, my fabulous photographers!

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Candy here, ready to sprinkle some sparkle on your day with another Weekly Recap.

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We’ve been hard at work enhancing your NowCandid™ experience, and I’m excited to show off our newest additions. Let’s dive in!

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1. Cover Images for Retail Site 🖼️

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We’ve introduced Cover Images at the Event level, letting you show a branded or thematic graphic before participants view their personal or All Images Gallery.

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• Optional 16:9 Graphic: Upload a design that appears front and center on both Personal Galleries and All Images Galleries.
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• Great for Branding & Info: Add sponsor logos, event branding, or a short message—anything you want your subjects to see first.
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• Mobile vs. Desktop: Remember that most traffic is on mobile, so prioritize how it looks in the center portion of your 16:9 artwork.

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Check out this sample Event to see the new Cover Image feature in action! https://www.quic.pics/sample-event

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2. LiveLoop™ Ads, Background Colors & Arrow Key Controls 🎞️

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Our beloved LiveLoop™ just got even better:

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• Ads Every 20 Slides: Upload a 16:9 advertisement to appear periodically. Perfect for self-promotion, sponsor plugs, or event info.
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• Background Color Customization: Choose black or white instead of the default blurred background—tailor LiveLoop™ to your event’s aesthetic.
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• Arrow Key Controls: Tap left/right arrows on your LiveLoop™ device for immediate next/previous slide control. Handy for highlighting particular shots in real time.

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Whether it’s brand synergy or a sponsor shout-out, LiveLoop™ is now more dynamic than ever!

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3. Event Tag Public Event Lists + Header Graphics 🏷️

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Remember the Event Tags introduced not long ago for streamlined reporting? We’ve expanded on that:

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• Public Event List URL: Each Event Tag now generates a public link showcasing all “All Images” galleries from events tied to that tag.
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• Search & Sorting: Visitors can filter through events by name or date, plus reorder from newest to oldest and more.
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• Header Graphic: Optionally upload a 16:9 cover photo to top this public list page—great for a cohesive brand look or partner organization’s branding.

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Schools in particular asked for a single place where everyone can find photos from the year’s events—proms, sports, graduations, you name it—and now it’s just a single link!

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4. Retail Site Tweaks 🛍️

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We made some housekeeping changes on the retail site to pave the way for upcoming features:

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• New “Hamburger” Menu: Instead of multiple icons in the top-right, there’s one button that opens a menu with descriptions.
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• Cleaner UI: It’s more intuitive for end customers to find helpful features, boosting engagement and reducing confusion.

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Expect more improvements next week—stay tuned!

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5. More Miscellaneous Improvements 🏆

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• Google Wallet for Simple Check-In™: Subjects can now add their own unique event QR code after completing check-in to Google Wallet, not just Apple Wallet.
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• Orders Page Upgrades: While viewing an Event’s orders, you’ll now see how many retouchings, diamond gloss upsells, and various express checkouts are being used—perfect for gauging those extra revenue streams.
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• Background-Removed Images with Custom Backgrounds: On the Participant Details page and the Private Image Download Gallery, background-removed photos now display with any photographer-uploaded backgrounds and are downloadable. A convenient touch for both you and any event organizers you collaborate with.

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That’s it for this Weekly Recap!

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We hope these features add some pizzazz to your events, make LiveLoop™ more engaging, and simplify your day-to-day management.

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If you have any questions or feedback, just give us a shout—your input helps shape the future of NowCandid™.

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Cheers and sparkles,

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Candy 🍬

We have several webinars coming up!

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At NowCandid™, we’re committed to helping photographers streamline their workflow, maximize revenue, and capture unforgettable moments with ease. That’s why we’re hosting a series of exclusive webinars covering our latest tools and strategies. Whether you’re looking to boost your graduation photography business or explore the full power of NowCandid™, these sessions are for you!

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🎓 GradPics Now™ – The Smart Way to Capture Graduations

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Graduation photography should be seamless, profitable, and stress-free. GradPics Now™ gives you the flexibility and efficiency you need to handle ceremonies of any size—all while increasing your earnings. With our innovative Selfie Check-In™ Workflow, you can ensure every graduate gets photographed and linked effortlessly.

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In this webinar, you’ll learn:
✅ How GradPics Now™ helps you capture and sell more photos
✅ Key benchmarks for running a successful graduation event
✅ How to use our latest tools to streamline the process

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🗓 Webinar Date: Click the date below to register
📅 Tuesday, February 25th @ 12 PM CST

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🎉Snap to Success: Profitable Social Photography
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The social photography market is great as a part-time gig to fill in those seasonal gaps in the calendar or as a full-time source of income.

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In this webinar, we'll cover:

✅The latest marketing and photography techniques

✅Type of photography opportunities to go after

✅Current best practices that can make you even more successful

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🗓Webinar Date:
📅 Wednesday, February 26th @ 12 PM CST

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📸 NowCandid™ Overview – The Ultimate Photography Toolkit

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Whether you specialize in social events, sports, graduations, or portraits, our powerful software suite is designed to help you Snap More and Stress Less. With cutting-edge features like Selfie Check-In™, Live Loop™, and Photo Booth Mode, NowCandid™ gives photographers the tools they need to automate, market, and grow their business like never before.

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In this webinar, we’ll cover:
🚀 The latest NowCandid™ features and enhancements
💡 How our tools help photographers save time and increase sales
📈 Best practices for making the most of NowCandid™ in your business

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🗓 Webinar Date: Click the date below to register
📅 Wednesday, February 26th @ 4 PM CST

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📅 Let’s Connect One-on-One!

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Can’t make it to a webinar or want to dive deeper into how NowCandid™ fits your business? Book a one-on-one session with our team today!

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👉 Schedule a Call Here

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We can’t wait to see you at the webinars and help you take your photography business to the next level! 🚀📷

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