MetaScope
Professional Metadata Editing for macOS
The most powerful metadata editor for photographers and archivists. Edit EXIF, IPTC, and XMP across 50+ formats with Metal-accelerated performance.
Core Capabilities
Built for professionals who demand performance and precision
Image & Video Viewing
Metal GPU rendering with Display-P3 color, 50+ RAW formats, progressive loading, XPC memory isolation, and professional video controls.
Metadata Browsing
110-field registry across 7 categories, 5-tab info panel, compare tray, GPS location tools, and ExifTool-powered extraction of 500+ metadata elements.
Metadata Editing
Inline field editing, template manager with 15 presets, batch application to thousands of files, privacy redaction, and unified date management.
Search & Analytics
Integrated browser search with filter overlay, progressive density, relevance cues, analytics dashboard, and histograms for your shooting patterns.
Export System
8 metadata formats, PDF and HTML portfolio generation with custom branding, typography presets, watermarks, and NDJSON for Elasticsearch.
Photos Integration
Native library browsing with album access, iCloud download progress, smart prefetch, and export/import between Photos and filesystem.
Automation
Keyword rules with 4 match types, transformation rules with 11 action types, unified rules window, and import/export for team sharing.
Workflow
Finder integration, sidebar quick access, toolbar customization, batch pause/resume with checkpoint recovery, and 100,000+ file capacity.
See MetaScope in Action
Watch how professionals manage their metadata workflows
Metadata Template Manager
Powerful control over your metadata with intelligent templates and automation
15 Pre-Built Templates
Start with professional templates across Metadata, Technical, and Custom categories. Each template is optimized for specific workflows like stock photography, nature, portraits, and events.
Custom Templates
Create your own templates with full control over which fields to include. Add or remove any of the 110 available fields to match your exact workflow needs.
Batch Application
Apply templates to hundreds or thousands of images at once. Preview changes before committing, with full undo support for corrections.
110-Field Data Model
Templates align to MetaScope's comprehensive registry: 110 fields across 7 categories including Camera, Lens, Capture, Location, Rights, Description, and Technical.
8 Metadata Export Formats
Export pure metadata to any format your workflow requires
JSON
Structured data format with configurable categories and presets
XML
Markup language format for DAM systems and automation
CSV
Spreadsheet-compatible format for Excel and data analysis
XMP Sidecar
Adobe XMP sidecar (RDF/XML) for cross-application metadata
YAML
Human-readable, diff-friendly format for version control
HTML Report
Single-page HTML report with tables for web viewing
Markdown
Documentation format with tables for wikis and notes
Plain Text
Human-readable plain text for universal compatibility
Plus NDJSON for Elasticsearch/OpenSearch and multi-image aggregation into single files
Document Export
Create professional PDF and HTML portfolios with wizard-driven workflow, custom branding, and rich formatting
Wizard-Driven Workflow
Choose between Portfolio mode (image-focused with minimal metadata) or Metadata mode (data-rich with thumbnails). The step-by-step wizard guides you through format selection, content, and styling. Use the advanced single-view UI for power users.
Logo & Typography
Add your custom logo to every document. Choose from 6 typography presets: Modern, Classic, Technical, Minimal, Serif, and Creative. Customize fonts, sizes, and weights. Your branding, your way.
Color Themes
Select from built-in color themes or create your own. Customize header backgrounds, text colors, accent highlights, and more. Consistent visual identity across all your exports.
Metadata Content
Control exactly which metadata appears in your documents. Choose from presets like Essentials, Technical, Descriptive, or Full IPTC. Build custom field selections for your specific workflow.
Watermark & Cover Page
Embed customizable watermarks into your images for protection. Add professional cover pages with preset templates for title, creator, customer, and project information.
Automation Rules
Automate metadata with keyword rules and transformation rules — unified in a single tabbed window
Keyword Rules
Create and organize keyword rules with 4 match types: Exact, Hierarchy Prefix, Contains, and Regex. Set priorities, group related rules, and enable/disable as needed. Search, filter, and import/export your rule collections as .msrules files.
Transformation Rules
Automate metadata workflows with 11 action types and 11 comparison operators. Set conditions, trigger on field changes or import events, and preview all changes before applying. Save and share rule configurations across your team.
Define rules once, apply to thousands of files. Perfect for wildlife photography, client projects, event coverage, and archival workflows.
Search & Discovery
Search metadata directly from the browser with integrated filters, visual relevance cues, and powerful analytics
Integrated Browser Search
Search metadata directly from the browser toolbar. Toggle between filename and metadata search with progressive density levels and visual relevance cues.
- Browser-native search with filter overlay
- Progressive density (Compact/Standard/Detailed)
- Color-coded relevance badges and match highlighting
- Full batch operations on search results
Compare Tray
Side-by-side metadata comparison for multiple images. Quickly spot differences and identify consistency issues.
- Compare up to 12 images simultaneously
- Highlight differences automatically
- Sync selected fields across images
- Export comparison reports
Analytics Dashboard
Visualize your collection with interactive charts. Understand your shooting patterns and equipment usage at a glance.
- Histogram charts for aperture, ISO, shutter speed
- Timeline view of shooting activity
- Camera and lens usage rankings
- Location heatmaps for GPS data
Batch Operations
Process massive collections with enterprise-grade reliability
Date Operations
Copy dates between fields with pause, resume, and checkpoint recovery
Privacy Redaction
Template-driven metadata removal for GDPR, location data, and client delivery
Batch Rename
Stackable rename rules with metadata injection, counters, and live preview
Folder Processing
Process entire folders with recursive scanning and file type filtering
MetaScope Pricing
Professional metadata management with a generous free tier
Free Plan
Professional metadata management at no cost
Pro Subscription
Unlimited professional workflows
*Pricing varies by region due to local taxes and App Store policies. Final pricing displayed during App Store checkout.
Try Pro features risk-free with our 3-month trial for only €9,99 - perfect for evaluating batch processing and professional workflows.
