Granit custom metadata lets you enrich media beyond EXIF with your own tags, descriptions, categories, and contextual fields.
Why metadata matters
An image is not only a file. It may belong to a series, tell a story, relate to a client, document a place, technique, stock, or artistic intent. Metadata preserves context and makes it actionable.
Beyond EXIF data
EXIF mainly describes camera, lens, shutter speed, aperture. Granit goes further so you organize media on your terms: mood, series, client, status, usage, style, color, subject, or publication intent.
Vocabulary that fits your practice
Wedding photographers, portraitists, 3D artists, and graphic designers do not describe media the same way. Custom metadata builds organization that matches your creative language.
Concrete example
Tag a series with “editorial portrait,” “natural light,” “Paris,” “press client,” and “portfolio.” Later those tags help find the right media for a page, client reply, or selection.
Impact on organization and discoverability
Well-described media are easier to find, relate, and present. For SEO and GEO, these signals strengthen entities tied to your work: subject, place, discipline, style, technique, or professional use.
Frequently asked questions
Do custom metadata replace EXIF?
No. They complement EXIF with creative and business context EXIF cannot capture.
What are tags for in a photo library?
They help retrieve images faster, build coherent collections, and document meaning beyond filenames.
Is this useful for a professional portfolio?
Yes. Strong internal descriptions make it easier to pick the best images for portfolio pages, client galleries, and public pages.