We know alot of you have been patiently awaiting the new features that have now been released. Here are some of the most recent updates to StudioCloud's products.
StudioCloud Desktop Updates
1. You can now delete multiple users, products, or services at once. To use the group operations just mark the checkbox in the left-most column of the tables and then use the "Group Operations" button just above the table.
2. Track the individual cost of a product or service from within StudioCloud. To add the cost to a product or service just edit the product or service and use the "Cost" field. The product/service cost is currently utilized in producing the new report "Income, expense, and profit breakdown" which shows you a breakdown of quantity purchased, revenue, expense, and profit of products, services, and packages. In addition, the development team has made additional updates to the reporting section that should make managing your studio even easier.
3. You now have the ability to track your jobs from the moment you receive a lead. You can track who needs to complete what tasks and what needs to be done next to follow up with each client. Go under your Workflow tab and you will see a Jobs section. The new Jobs section helps you track all of your pre-order items while Workflow tracks everything once an invoice/order has been made. It is all tied together to give you a clear picture of where each job and order stands.
StudioCloud PSG 2.0 Updates
1. A new HTML invoice was added to the PSG 2.0. You can now see thumbnails of the ordered images in the invoice. The HTML invoice will eventually be added across all of the StudioCloud products.
2. When viewing images using StudioCloud PSG you have always been able to view B/W and Sepia and even crop pictures. With the most recent updates, any changes you apply to a picture will be saved and will be shown on the HTML invoice with those changes.
StudioCloud, It's just that easy.
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Friday, January 23, 2009
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Online Proofing 2.0 Updates
On December 30th, 2008 the development team released an updated version of StudioCloud Online Proofing 2.0 and StudioCloud PSG 2.0. They made some changes that we believe everyone will be happy to hear about.
First, the development team updated the sorting of images in Online Proofing to be even more efficient.
Second, the compare photos, order photos, and browser for image interfaces were updated. Essentially the development team reduce the complexity to make it easier for your customers to use StudioCloud Online Proofing.
Third, in the Basic/Professional Suites you can now limit the number of poses that can be purchased in a package. To edit the number of poses allowed in a package simply edit the package in either StudioCloud Desktop or StudioCloud Browser, click the "Limit Package Poses" checkbox and enter the total number of poses you that package is allowed. This helps make the Online Proofing more flexible to fit your needs.
Last but not least is the addition of image options. You no longer have to upload three different images to show your customers color, black and white, and sepia. When your customers view the larger image or go to purchase a particular image they now have an option to view the image in black and white or sepia. If they choose to purchase a photo in black and white or sepia then a note is added to that particular product to let you and your customer know. These image options are optional on a per album basis on the Settings tab when uploading a new album. If you want to have the images options enabled by default then when you are publishing a new album just remember to enable the image options and click the "Save Settings As Default" button.
StudioCloud, It’s just that easy.
First, the development team updated the sorting of images in Online Proofing to be even more efficient.
Second, the compare photos, order photos, and browser for image interfaces were updated. Essentially the development team reduce the complexity to make it easier for your customers to use StudioCloud Online Proofing.
Third, in the Basic/Professional Suites you can now limit the number of poses that can be purchased in a package. To edit the number of poses allowed in a package simply edit the package in either StudioCloud Desktop or StudioCloud Browser, click the "Limit Package Poses" checkbox and enter the total number of poses you that package is allowed. This helps make the Online Proofing more flexible to fit your needs.
Last but not least is the addition of image options. You no longer have to upload three different images to show your customers color, black and white, and sepia. When your customers view the larger image or go to purchase a particular image they now have an option to view the image in black and white or sepia. If they choose to purchase a photo in black and white or sepia then a note is added to that particular product to let you and your customer know. These image options are optional on a per album basis on the Settings tab when uploading a new album. If you want to have the images options enabled by default then when you are publishing a new album just remember to enable the image options and click the "Save Settings As Default" button.
StudioCloud, It’s just that easy.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Customizable Invoice Numbers and Online Gallery PayPal Support
We have a lot of customers who have been asking why the blog has been quiet lately. The blog's focus has been on new features and products. The development team has been working diligently on getting them released and they expect them to be available in the next few weeks. A lot of the updates over the last few weeks have been in preparation for those new features. Hopefully you will be excited as we are about the new features when they are announced.
Last night’s update added some exciting new features. The first feature is primarily for international users, QuickBooks users, and new StudioCloud studios. You can now change the invoice number so that it matches with your current studios invoice number allowing you to continue using the same invoice numbering system you have always been using. It will make the transition to StudioCloud just that much easier.
To learn more about editing Invoice Numbers click on the following link:
http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=91
Those of you who are detail oriented will also have noticed that the developers added a few visual items to speed up your processes. The title bar when you edit an invoice now contains the invoice date as well as the invoice number.
StudioCloud is also pleased to announce that the Online Gallery now has the capability of accepting credit cards through PayPal. This new feature gives your clients a simple and efficient way to purchase those must have images. This new PayPal capability is an option that can be turned on or off on a per album basis.
To learn more about Online Gallery’s new PayPal capability click on the following link:
http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=93
StudioCloud, It's just that Easy
Last night’s update added some exciting new features. The first feature is primarily for international users, QuickBooks users, and new StudioCloud studios. You can now change the invoice number so that it matches with your current studios invoice number allowing you to continue using the same invoice numbering system you have always been using. It will make the transition to StudioCloud just that much easier.
To learn more about editing Invoice Numbers click on the following link:
http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=91
Those of you who are detail oriented will also have noticed that the developers added a few visual items to speed up your processes. The title bar when you edit an invoice now contains the invoice date as well as the invoice number.
StudioCloud is also pleased to announce that the Online Gallery now has the capability of accepting credit cards through PayPal. This new feature gives your clients a simple and efficient way to purchase those must have images. This new PayPal capability is an option that can be turned on or off on a per album basis.
To learn more about Online Gallery’s new PayPal capability click on the following link:
http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=93
StudioCloud, It's just that Easy
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Send Custom Emails
Do you want your emails to your clients to have a little bit more personalized feel? Well now you can! The development team recently implemented the ability to use your own email address to send emails to customers. This includes sending invoices, reminders, and Online Gallery invitations. We believe that this will decrease the probability that emails will be marked as spam or glanced over. For instructions on setting up your own email accounts see our support article at http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=61
You can use your own emails to send reminders, email customers directly from StudioCloud Basic and Professional Suites, send invoices, and even more features will be available in the upcoming CRM.
You can use your own emails to send reminders, email customers directly from StudioCloud Basic and Professional Suites, send invoices, and even more features will be available in the upcoming CRM.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Edit Online Albums
You can now edit your online albums that are already published. This means you can add pictures, delete pictures, and change the settings without having to republish the entire album. You cannot watermark or change the size of the pics that are already published but you can choose those options for the new pics you are adding to the album.
To edit your albums just click on the edit icon next to the album you want to modify. Let us know if you have any questions.
StudioCloud, It's Just That Easy!
To edit your albums just click on the edit icon next to the album you want to modify. Let us know if you have any questions.
StudioCloud, It's Just That Easy!
Monday, February 25, 2008
Packages Have Arrived
We have listened to your requests for a better way to handle packages and it is now available.
Under Point of Sale you will see a tab that says Packages. Here you can create customized packages that you can offer to your customers from your Online Gallery and make invoicing simplified in your Basic/Professional Suite.
Your customers will be able to view a customized description (for example: how many poses they are allowed for each package) and also a detailed breakdown of what the package includes. Then when they select a package it will automatically populate what images are included in that package and they can select the images to go with each print in the package.
The packages will automatically be added to your “All Products” price list but make sure to add them to the other Price Lists you would like them included on.
We look forward to your feedback!
Under Point of Sale you will see a tab that says Packages. Here you can create customized packages that you can offer to your customers from your Online Gallery and make invoicing simplified in your Basic/Professional Suite.
Your customers will be able to view a customized description (for example: how many poses they are allowed for each package) and also a detailed breakdown of what the package includes. Then when they select a package it will automatically populate what images are included in that package and they can select the images to go with each print in the package.
The packages will automatically be added to your “All Products” price list but make sure to add them to the other Price Lists you would like them included on.
We look forward to your feedback!
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
New PSG (Previously In-Studio Gallery) Features
You can now export contacts to csv – for mailing lists in the PSG. This use to only be in the Offline Reader.
You can also select payment options for albums in the online gallery. Select either credit card or in-studio accepted payments or both.
You can also select payment options for albums in the online gallery. Select either credit card or in-studio accepted payments or both.
New Website & In-Studio Gallery Name Change
The name of the In-Studio Gallery has been changed to Proofing, Sales, & Gallery Manager (PSG). Also, make sure to check out the changes to our website at studiocloud.com. Here you can find the new information on our upcoming products and the pricing for those products. We welcome any feedback you may have!
Friday, January 18, 2008
Online and In-Studio Gallery Updates
The new In-Studio gallery does the following:
1. Supports Ordered images when uploading
2. Redesigned publish page to get more space
3. You can now get a personalized studiocloud.net url for your online gallery. Go to
the support section of the In-Studio gallery to select your url.
4. You can open an album by double clicking on it. StudioCloud albums have the extension .scq
The new Online Gallery does the following:
1. Has a favorites tab/folder (can order directly from favorites)
2. Has shopping cart tab/folder
3. Has an improved look and feel
The new Online Gallery is only available on the studiocloud.net personalized url. The studiocloud.com/OnlineGallery.php url will no longer be used. Instead, customers can either select a personalized url or they will get an auto generated url which will be their login name.
Let us know if you have any questions. Also if you do not currently subscribe to the Online Gallery but would like to try out the new version, let us know and we will set you up with another trial run.
1. Supports Ordered images when uploading
2. Redesigned publish page to get more space
3. You can now get a personalized studiocloud.net url for your online gallery. Go to
the support section of the In-Studio gallery to select your url.
4. You can open an album by double clicking on it. StudioCloud albums have the extension .scq
The new Online Gallery does the following:
1. Has a favorites tab/folder (can order directly from favorites)
2. Has shopping cart tab/folder
3. Has an improved look and feel
The new Online Gallery is only available on the studiocloud.net personalized url. The studiocloud.com/OnlineGallery.php url will no longer be used. Instead, customers can either select a personalized url or they will get an auto generated url which will be their login name.
Let us know if you have any questions. Also if you do not currently subscribe to the Online Gallery but would like to try out the new version, let us know and we will set you up with another trial run.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
ProSelect and Lightroom Integration
To help reduce your workload the Basic Suite now integrates with both ProSelect and Lightroom. You can now export your catalogs from Lightroom directly into the In-Studio Gallery or publish them online. Go to http://studiocloud.com/support/?View=entry&EntryID=33
to download and install the exporter.
You can also import your invoices from Proselect directly into the Basic Suite. You will find the option under the orders menu, Export Orders. At this time you will need to select one of the other programs until StudioCloud is an option. They all use the same export file.
Tutorials will be coming soon. Let us know if you have any questions. Stay tuned for many new features being released soon!
to download and install the exporter.
You can also import your invoices from Proselect directly into the Basic Suite. You will find the option under the orders menu, Export Orders. At this time you will need to select one of the other programs until StudioCloud is an option. They all use the same export file.
Tutorials will be coming soon. Let us know if you have any questions. Stay tuned for many new features being released soon!
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Gallery Update
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and fun New Year. Just a little update for the In-Studio and Online Gallery. Some of you may have occasionally experienced a problem when uploading albums. It would ask you to retry and then it would freeze and you would have to repost the album. This problem is now resolved so make sure you upgrade to the latest and greatest Gallery. It should ask you if you would like to update and install the newest version. A few people have received an error or misconfiguration when trying to update. If this happens, just uninstall your In-Studio Gallery (on a PC) or drag the application in the trash (Macs) and download it from the website at http://studiocloud.com/preview.html
Please let me know if you have any questions about getting updated or need help with anything else. Thanks!
Please let me know if you have any questions about getting updated or need help with anything else. Thanks!
Friday, December 21, 2007
Discounts and Shipping & Handling
Due to popular demand you can now enter your discounts in the Basic Suite as either a percentage or a dollar amount. Hopefully this saves some of you from time consuming calculations:)
By default the Basic Suite will charge sales tax on your shipping and handling. For those of you who do not require this you can now choose not to charge it by changing it in your Basic Suite settings.
We hope that you all have a wonderful holiday!!
By default the Basic Suite will charge sales tax on your shipping and handling. For those of you who do not require this you can now choose not to charge it by changing it in your Basic Suite settings.
We hope that you all have a wonderful holiday!!
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Selling Your Work Beyond the Client
Your work is your best friend when it comes to referrals. I was recently talking with Peggy from Florida and she suggested something we should all be doing. As she photographs for weddings she photographs guests and tells them how to log into the gallery to see not only the bride and grooms photos but their own photos as well. She says she has great results in moving these people to paying customers.
To help, StudioCloud now provides three ways to publish an album online, allowing you to select the option that works best for the particular client and album you are publishing:
- You can list the album with no password, allowing anyone who visits your site to see the album
- You can list the album on your site, but require a password of your choosing to view the photos.
- You can publish the album online for your client, but it will not be listed on your website. An email is sent directly to the customer with a link to access the online gallery. No one will be able to view the gallery without the link contained in the email sent to the customer. This allows you to provide secure online proofing for photos that are more sensitive in nature.
A great marketing process outlined by Peggy, backed up by great tools to make it happen.
Scott Astin
StudioCloud Development Team
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