Operation Manual

When you import images, Aperture automatically checks to see if any of the images are
duplicates of previously imported images. Aperture checks the filename of the master to
determine if an image is a duplicate of one in the library. Select the “Do not import
duplicates” checkbox to prevent Aperture from importing duplicates. If this checkbox is
unselected, Aperture imports all images, even if they are duplicates, and creates a new
master with a different name for each duplicate. Aperture never overwrites or replaces
a master that has already been imported.
Importing from Your Digital Camera or Card Reader
Using the Import browser, you can import images from a digital camera or card reader
into Aperture in two ways. You can either import all images on the camera or card reader
at once, or you can import a selection of images from the camera or card reader.
You can also:
• Store imported images in the Aperture library or select a different location on your
hard disk and import the images as referenced images
• Have Aperture automatically delete the images on your memory card after the images
are imported
• Have Aperture automatically split the images into multiple projects based on the length
of time between shots
• Have Aperture automatically back up images as they are imported
• Display images in the Import browser as a grid of thumbnails or as a list that you can
sort
• Apply a naming convention to standardize the names of the image files in the library
• Apply metadata to the image files, such as keywords, captions, copyright information,
and the photographer’s name. You can also keep or replace existing metadata associated
with an image when you import the image.
• Adjust the shoot time of images that were shot in a different time zone
Note: When connecting your camera directly to the computer, make sure that you turn
the camera on and set it to the mode for transferring images (PC, PTP, Normal, or another
mode, depending on the type of camera). Some cameras automatically select the correct
transfer mode when connected to a computer. See your camera’s manual for specific
instructions. If you have a card reader, it’s preferable to transfer images using the card
reader rather than the camera. Using a card reader saves you time and doesn’t require
the use of your camera’s battery.
To import images from a camera or card reader into Aperture
1 Connect your camera or card reader to your computer.
The Import browser appears, showing the images on the camera or card.
149Chapter 4 Importing Images