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February 17, 2024
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What is the difference between Sequence # & Image # in Export > Rename > Custom?

  • February 17, 2024
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In Export > File Naming > Custom in the Sequence & Date group in the Filename Template Editor you can insert Sequence # and/or Image #. What is the difference between the two? In my limited experience they are the same. Thanks.

 

Bill

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Correct answer Michael J. Hoffman

The difference is that Sequence lets you choose a starting number each time, while Image # just provides a sequential number that always starts at the same number.

 

From The Filename Template Edit and the Text Template Editor in Adobe Help:

 

NumberingSpecifies three types of numbering: Import, which is a sequential number for each import operation; Image, which sequentially numbers each photo that has been imported into the catalog; and Sequence, which numbers each photo in sequence, letting you choose a new Start Number each time you import. (This element is not available in the Filename Template Editor when exporting photos.) Specify the starting Import and Image numbers in the File Handling tab of the Catalog Settings dialog box.

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KR Seals
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February 17, 2024

First of all, the choice is "Sequence" or "Original File Number"

When you are exporting a group of images and select sequence, it will name those exported files sequentially, i.e. 001 through 005. When you select original file number, the file name will include the file number as originally imported (or renamed in LrC if you have done that).

 

You can see that for yourself in the filename example shown in the export dialog. From the dropdown choices, Choose "XXX Sequence" and then choose "XXX Original File Number". You will see the example file name change, reflecting your choice.

 

I think it might be possible that if you are starting to export images that are originally named "XXXX 0001" and choose "Sequence" starting with 0001, it might appear to be the same.

 

 

 

Ken Seals - Nikon Z 9, Z 8, 14mm-800mm. Computer Win 11 Pro, I7-14700K, 64GB, RTX3070TI. Travel machine: 2021 MacBook Pro M1 MAX 64GB. All Adobe apps.
BazslAuthor
Inspiring
February 17, 2024

I think we are talking about different things. This is what I see in the Filename Template Editor drop-down.

My question is, what is the difference between Sequence # and Image # in the above list? For every image I have tried they are the same. Thanks.

KR Seals
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 17, 2024

Sorry, I don't use that. Some else will have to explain. I looks like it's just defining how many digits in the numbers. Give some of them a try to see what it does.

Ken Seals - Nikon Z 9, Z 8, 14mm-800mm. Computer Win 11 Pro, I7-14700K, 64GB, RTX3070TI. Travel machine: 2021 MacBook Pro M1 MAX 64GB. All Adobe apps.