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StanWelks
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August 22, 2018
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Importing 10,000 photos at once?

  • August 22, 2018
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I have possibly 10,000 photos and videos that I want to import into CC2018.

1. Generally, will a faster computer with more ram and faster processor import quicker than with lower specs?

2. Are there any issues with trying to import all of these at once?

thanks.

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    Correct answer dj_paige

    I would import them in smaller batches.

    RAM is irrelevant to import speed. CPU speed is the key factor.

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    Sean McCormack
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    Sean McCormackCommunity Expert
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    August 23, 2018

    I agree with dj_paige, but I'd also transfer them to whereever you want them to be and use the Add option when importing.

    Sean McCormack. Author of 'Essential Development 3'. Magazine Writer. Former Official Fuji X-Photographer.
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    southwestform
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    August 23, 2018

    What does the "Add option" do? I usually just copy my folders to my master drive, and select Import, navigate to the folder I want to import and import the media.

    Thanks.

    TheDigitalDog
    TheDigitalDog
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    August 23, 2018

    southwestform  wrote

    What does the "Add option" do? I usually just copy my folders to my master drive, and select Import, navigate to the folder I want to import and import the media.

    Thanks.

    Add option add's to the catalog without moving them.

    Author “Color Management for Photographers" & "Photoshop CC Color Management/pluralsight"
      dj_paige
      dj_paigeCorrect answer
      Legend
      August 22, 2018

      I would import them in smaller batches.

      RAM is irrelevant to import speed. CPU speed is the key factor.

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