Metadata

Metadata is data that describes the Digital Photograph in terms of identification, camera, ISO, Date and Time, location information, subject and other data to help with quick retrieval on demand. Keywording is also a type of Metadata that uses standard terms or vocabulary to assist in speedy retrieval of files.

See Also

Exif - a common format for adding metadata to photographs.
Geotag - a metadata tag that shows the photographers location when the photo is taken.

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