MetaScope

Professional metadata editor for photographers, digital asset managers, and creative professionals. Edit EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata across 50+ formats with powerful batch processing capabilities.

Elegantly designed for macOS with native SwiftUI interface, supporting everything from JPEG to cutting-edge RAW files.

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Professional Metadata Editing Features

MetaScope combines professional-grade EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata editing with an intuitive, native macOS experience.

Universal Format Support

Edit metadata in 50+ formats including JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and RAW files from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, and more. Direct RAW editing without XMP sidecars.

Complete EXIF & IPTC Data Editing

Full support for EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata standards. Professional EXIF editor for technical camera data, IPTC templates for descriptive information, and modern computational photography metadata.

IPTC Template & Batch Metadata Processing

Process hundreds of files simultaneously with IPTC template systems, bulk metadata operations, and progress tracking. Perfect for professional photography workflows and digital asset management.

GPS Metadata Integration

Add, edit, or remove GPS coordinates with built-in geocoding service. Professional GPS metadata editing for location-based photo organization and workflow automation.

PDF Export

Generate professional PDF reports with customizable themes, typography, and export options. Perfect for client deliverables and archival.

Native macOS Design

Built with SwiftUI for macOS 15.4+. Supports system themes, accessibility features, and professional keyboard shortcuts.

Technical Specifications - Metadata Editor

Built with modern technologies for professional metadata processing, EXIF data management, and reliable performance.

Platform Requirements

macOS 15.4+ (Sonoma)
Native Swift 5.0 application
SwiftUI interface
App Sandbox compliant

Processing Engine

ExifTool v13.34 embedded
No external dependencies
Security-scoped resource access
Thread-safe operations

Supported Formats

Images: JPEG, PNG, TIFF, HEIC
RAW: CR2, CR3, NEF, ARW, RAF, ORF, RW2, DNG
Video: MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM
Total: 50+ professional formats

Security & Privacy

Hardened runtime enabled
User-selected file access only
No network connections required
All processing done locally

Performance

Actor-based thumbnail caching
200-item memory management
Thread-safe font caching
Intelligent batch processing

Professional Features

Template systems for workflows
StoreKit 2 subscription integration
Feature gating and usage tracking
PDF export with custom themes

Frequently Asked Questions - Metadata Editing

Common questions about EXIF data, IPTC templates, and professional metadata workflows.

What is EXIF data and why edit it?

EXIF data contains technical camera information like ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and camera model. Professional photographers edit EXIF data for portfolio organization, copyright protection, and workflow automation.

How do IPTC templates improve workflows?

IPTC templates allow you to pre-define common metadata fields like copyright, keywords, and contact information. This enables consistent metadata application across hundreds of photos in seconds.

Can I edit metadata in RAW files?

Yes, MetaScope directly edits metadata in RAW files from Canon (CR2/CR3), Nikon (NEF), Sony (ARW), and other manufacturers without creating XMP sidecar files.

What metadata standards are supported?

MetaScope supports all major metadata standards: EXIF for technical camera data, IPTC for descriptive information, and XMP for modern photo metadata including Adobe extensions.

Is batch metadata processing safe?

Yes, MetaScope uses secure processing with backup capabilities. All metadata changes are tracked, and you can preview changes before applying them to maintain data integrity.

How does GPS metadata editing work?

MetaScope includes integrated geocoding services to convert addresses to coordinates, add current location data, or manually edit GPS coordinates with built-in map preview.

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