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How to Take a Conventional Picture with Stitch

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Overview

This article explains what conventional pictures are, how to capture them using Stitch, and tips for getting the best results. Conventional pictures are useful for showcasing property features with minimal distortion and are ideal for marketing, documentation, or client deliverables.

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What is a Conventional Picture? 

Conventional pictures are standard still images—typically in JPG or PNG format—with familiar aspect ratios such as 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, or 16:9. These images are designed to represent interior or exterior views of a property with minimal distortion, making them ideal for remote viewing, marketing materials, or documentation.

Unlike panoramic or 360° images, conventional pictures focus on a specific field of view and are easier to interpret at a glance.

How to take Conventional Pictures with Stitch 

Follow these steps to extract conventional images from your iGUIDE project using Stitch:

  1. Open Stitch and load the iGUIDE project data.
  2. From the Scan List, select the scan you want to use as the source for your image.
  3. Click the Take Pictures button (camera icon) located on the top toolbar.
  4. Use your mouse to click and drag the 360° view to compose your image.
    • The visible frame will determine what is captured.
  5. Adjust the Field of View (FOV) slider to zoom in or out as needed.
  6. Use the grid overlay to align vertical and horizontal elements for a cleaner composition.
  7. Once satisfied, click the Capture button.
  8. The image will be saved in the Snapshots folder located in the root of the project directory.
    • Images are saved sequentially based on the order they were captured.

Tip: You can quickly cycle through scans using the Next and Previous buttons to find the best angles.

Tips for Best Results 

  • Use the Grid Overlay: Helps align architectural features like walls, windows, and furniture.
  • Adjust FOV Carefully: Zooming out too far can introduce distortion. Find a balance that maintains clarity and realism.
  • Enhance Before Capturing: Use the Adjust Panoramas tool to fine-tune brightness, contrast, and saturation before taking the picture.
  • Avoid Overexposure: If lighting is uneven, adjust exposure settings to prevent washed-out areas.
  • Preview Before Finalizing: Always preview your composition to ensure it meets your quality standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I extract images in portrait orientation?
A: No. Stitch currently supports only landscape aspect ratios: 3:2, 4:3, and 16:9.

Q: Where are the images saved?
A: All captured images are saved in the Snapshots folder within the root directory of your iGUIDE project.

Q: Can I edit the images after extraction?
A: Yes. You can use any standard image editing software to crop, adjust, or annotate the images after they’ve been saved.

Video Tutorial: Capturing Conventional Pictures in Stitch

Watch this video for a visual walkthrough of how to take conventional pictures using Stitch.

 

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