OMG, I would have never figured this out myself. 😱 Shortcuts and automations look like one of the most useful but also most difficult things to wrap one's head around in iOS and MacOS. Thankfully we have you to help us get it sorted! Thanks Gary!
Knowing I like your tutorials, I decided to watch this one even though I do not have a need to add a watermark to a photo. So glad I did, as I definitely wanted to learn more about shortcuts. Thanks!
Hi Gary from India, You are a lifesaver and you saved my money, This morning I spent almost 3 hours searching for an app that can put batch watermarks for free! and I came across this video that you had uploaded a few hours ago. I thought you knew that I will be searching for the same. Thank You so much!!!
Thank you Gary! I found this video extremely useful as I need to watermark a lot of pictures for my Anki cards every day. With this new shortcut, I don't need to rely on third party apps and get to save a lot of time.
every time i have a thought on how to do something, i go to youtube and Gary always has an awesome video on it. amazing!!!! keep up the great work Gary.
Love your videos! Are you able to start including the link your Shortcuts in the description? This way we don't have to go through the hassle of trying to find each action
If you know your photos will always be about the same size, just experiment with your watermark images get the right size. Otherwise, you'll need to add more code to test the size of the image and then resize the watermark accordingly. Not sure how much programming experience you have so it is hard to say how easy that will be for you.
Thanks so much! Been looking for this for ages! Any idea if it's possible to apply this on a folder with multiple images without having it create a folder automatically? I used the "Repeat with each" command.
You are overcomplicating it. No need to add anything to the Shortcut to do multiple files. Go back to the original and it already works on more than one file. Just select the files and use the Quick Action.
It doesn’t work on multiple files using what you created. Also checked option for Select Multiple in Show More for receive images and it didn’t work. Sure yours does, Gary? Bond? James Bond?
@@eyeojo I've tested this (and re-tested recently) and it works with multiple files for me. Try it with one file first too make sure you have it all set up right.
Gary - I have been using Hazel to run a script to clean up my desktop every night based upon the file name (moving the file to the correct folder). Is this possible with shortcuts?
Would U know what happened to this in Mac's Automator app? I only find 'Watermark pdf', on Automator. I could swear this was possible for photos (pngs & jpegs) too?? But I no longer see the option, would you know, is Shortcuts going to replace Automator? TY
@@macmost HI, I still can't see the Magic Variable option, even with Control + Click or Option+ Click or Command+Click. The option is Select /variable and there after at the top, "Select a Magic Variable" message appears in a blue band. I am using macos Ventura (13.0.1). I followed all your steps exactly. What am I doing wrong? Thank you in advance
hey, I have been trying to follow the steps but on prompting a quick action on image, I am getting the following error message - No Overlay Image. The Variable "file" did not include an image to overlay" Could you tell me where am I going wrong?
@@macmost Still, this will work for me without the subpath. It justs automatically adds a 1 to the file name. Anyway, thanks for the prompt reply, Garry. Keep 'em coming.
@@macmost Thanks for getting back to me, When you opened the watermark in the mac editor , you were able to resize by pinching it but I am on the Desktop and can figure no way to Resize the Water Mark logo I am suing as the Pinch on the Desktop does not work and so I am stuck. Thank you
@@coalakida Doesn't matter that you are on a Desktop Mac, it is about the pointing device. If you have the current Magic Trackpad you should be able to do it.
Challenge: I get a new work schedule every month that I make into an image. I would really like quick access to the latest work schedule with one Shortcut, but how to construct a Shortcut that knows the latest version of my schedule?
Do you put these images into a folder together? You can make a Shortcut to grab the images in that folder, sort by date, and then show just the first one.
Yes, but it would bump this tutorial up to a level that wouldn't be as accessible to a lot of people. I do use that technique here: th-cam.com/video/4eKmKLDQsAo/w-d-xo.html
@@macmost i mean, right click on any photo -> add watermark -> select any file as watermark - > open the editor with the file and watermark on it to tweak it. and then save it
@macmostvideo sorry. Yes it is what i need but don't know how correctly to set it. So that's why i asked. You made a tutorial about automatic watermark pick up. I ask about manual watermark pick up
@@andrey.003 Yes, what you want will simply take more steps. You'll need to prompt for a file to use as the watermark and then take that file and apply it in the right spot. It will just take some time to do. Make sure you thoroughly understand the current Shortcut, and then research and learn the additional steps. I hope that points you in the right direction...
The idea is you can use it over and over. So if you need to do this only once, just use an image editing app or Markup. But if you want to have a handy way to do this on a regular basis, build a Shortcut.
this was actually very useful for me. I sent out proofs several times a day. I was bringing them into photoshop to do this. And saving files. This has made the process so much faster.
OMG, I would have never figured this out myself. 😱 Shortcuts and automations look like one of the most useful but also most difficult things to wrap one's head around in iOS and MacOS. Thankfully we have you to help us get it sorted! Thanks Gary!
I want to set a quick action to like all your videos twice!
Knowing I like your tutorials, I decided to watch this one even though I do not have a need to add a watermark to a photo. So glad I did, as I definitely wanted to learn more about shortcuts. Thanks!
Hi Gary from India, You are a lifesaver and you saved my money, This morning I spent almost 3 hours searching for an app that can put batch watermarks for free! and I came across this video that you had uploaded a few hours ago. I thought you knew that I will be searching for the same. Thank You so much!!!
Thank you Gary! I found this video extremely useful as I need to watermark a lot of pictures for my Anki cards every day. With this new shortcut, I don't need to rely on third party apps and get to save a lot of time.
This is SUCH a great jumping off point. Thank you! Also, "Bottom Right" appears to work correctly now!
every time i have a thought on how to do something, i go to youtube and Gary always has an awesome video on it. amazing!!!! keep up the great work Gary.
GREAT VIDEO!!!! Thank you so much for the easy to follow directions!! I’m so grateful for your knowledge.
Well, that's cool, but is there a way to do it in the photos app itself?
you are so helpful I have used you for many answers. thank you Gary and God bless!
Thanks Gary. I could spend hours in the Shortcuts app. So pleased you show us how to create new ones.
Cheers Gary for another Great Tutorial. You have made it fun and simple to follow. Something new as always.
Please more Shortcut Videos
Such of dope tips! Much appreciate it. Saved so much time.
A very useful video tutorial today! I’m always learning something new. Thanks as always for the visuals. Thank you, Gary! 👍🏻👏❤️
really very useful, automation is one of the most exiting and tuff application on Mac but u made this easy for us
Brilliant! Excited to increase my productivity using shortcuts. Love your tutorials and teaching style!
Thank you VERY MUCH. FREAking out. how simple this can be.
Good work Gary!
My '14 iMac accepted Big Sur, but the hardware was too old to run Shortcuts. Have bookmarked this video for next year sometime; thanks Gary!
Great practical example. Thanks
Awesome!!! Just awesome :) - Love your work!
Thanks for a Great lesson!
Love your videos! Are you able to start including the link your Shortcuts in the description? This way we don't have to go through the hassle of trying to find each action
very useful video.thank you.❤️
Great tutorial 👌
Great tute.Wondering if there's a command way to set the watermark to be a certain percentage size of the image being watermarked?
Sure. It will take a few more steps to get the width and calculate the width and placement of the watermark. But it can be done with some more work.
I like this video it helped a lot and I thank you. How do you add a watermark to an entire folder at one time?
You'd have to write a more complex Shortcut. Or, use an app that will batch it.
Love the shortcuts app in macos Monterey
Thank you for this, MUCH APPRECIATED!
How to apply shortcut to multiple files at once, can you make a tutorial please
Use "Repeat with Each". Files will the input and the action performed should be nested within the loop.
Thank you!
Hello, how to make sure that watermark is in a proper size and not too big? very useful video, thanks
If you know your photos will always be about the same size, just experiment with your watermark images get the right size. Otherwise, you'll need to add more code to test the size of the image and then resize the watermark accordingly. Not sure how much programming experience you have so it is hard to say how easy that will be for you.
Brilliant !!!
Thanks so much! Been looking for this for ages! Any idea if it's possible to apply this on a folder with multiple images without having it create a folder automatically? I used the "Repeat with each" command.
You are overcomplicating it. No need to add anything to the Shortcut to do multiple files. Go back to the original and it already works on more than one file. Just select the files and use the Quick Action.
It doesn’t work on multiple files using what you created. Also checked option for Select Multiple in Show More for receive images and it didn’t work. Sure yours does, Gary? Bond? James Bond?
@@eyeojo I've tested this (and re-tested recently) and it works with multiple files for me. Try it with one file first too make sure you have it all set up right.
@@macmost Thanks will have a check when I get in the office tomorrow morning.
Thanks bunches...
Gary - I have been using Hazel to run a script to clean up my desktop every night based upon the file name (moving the file to the correct folder). Is this possible with shortcuts?
Pure gold
very Helpful! but... can you tell me how can i do the same automatically for a 300 photos? not just one by one
You'll need to add a repeat loop to go through the multiple images coming in as input.
Pheeeewy.....Good one!
Would U know what happened to this in Mac's Automator app? I only find 'Watermark pdf', on Automator. I could swear this was possible for photos (pngs & jpegs) too?? But I no longer see the option, would you know, is Shortcuts going to replace Automator? TY
if you don't have a track pad, is there a way to scale the watermark with a mouse?
I don't think so. Try with two fingers up and down. (I don't have a mouse with me to test right now).
Can you make more videos about shortcuts?
I am. Have a few already. Will be doing more on a regular basis.
Gary, which would you use? Last Pass or 1 Password?
1Password.
is there no automation tab in shortcuts for Mac?
No, that's just for iOS.
Hi, I think they have changed things, as there is no option of "Magiv Variables" in the save to place. Thanks for the tutorial, it was really helpful.
Magic Variable is still there as an option. Try Control+clicking on the parameter to choose it in the context menu.
@@macmost Hi, it worked when I clicked "Option". Thank you for your informational video!
@@macmost HI, I still can't see the Magic Variable option, even with Control + Click or Option+ Click or Command+Click. The option is Select /variable and there after at the top, "Select a Magic Variable" message appears in a blue band. I am using macos Ventura (13.0.1). I followed all your steps exactly. What am I doing wrong? Thank you in advance
@@kvsubbarao57 It is just called "Select Variable" now.
@@macmost Thanks for clarifying
hey, I have been trying to follow the steps but on prompting a quick action on image, I am getting the following error message - No Overlay Image. The Variable "file" did not include an image to overlay" Could you tell me where am I going wrong?
According to the error message the part where you get the file to put on top isn't hooked up correctly. Check it carefully.
Can this be modified to to batches of photos with a subpath? I get "File already exists" if I put a subpath in the Save action
I can, but it will be more complex than that. You'll need to do a lot more than just change the path, I'd imagine.
@@macmost Still, this will work for me without the subpath. It justs automatically adds a 1 to the file name. Anyway, thanks for the prompt reply, Garry. Keep 'em coming.
Hi. Can i check how to use this shortcut on a bunch of photos at once? Tried to Select all and add watermark but does not work
Yes, you can use it on more than one at a time. Select the images, then Control+click on of them and select the Quick Action.
@@macmost I tried over 100+ images, does not work though. No new (watermarked) files created
@@cheyennelim6026 What did you do to troubleshoot? Did you try it with 2 images? 5? 10? I'd imagine that with 100 it would take a long time to run.
How do you shrink the image on a desktop ?
Not sure what you mean. Need more details.
@@macmost Thanks for getting back to me, When you opened the watermark in the mac editor , you were able to resize by pinching it but I am on the Desktop and can figure no way to Resize the Water Mark logo I am suing as the Pinch on the Desktop does not work and so I am stuck. Thank you
@@coalakida Doesn't matter that you are on a Desktop Mac, it is about the pointing device. If you have the current Magic Trackpad you should be able to do it.
Challenge: I get a new work schedule every month that I make into an image. I would really like quick access to the latest work schedule with one Shortcut, but how to construct a Shortcut that knows the latest version of my schedule?
Do you put these images into a folder together? You can make a Shortcut to grab the images in that folder, sort by date, and then show just the first one.
image to base 64 text and decode result with base64 will be better for share with others
Yes, but it would bump this tutorial up to a level that wouldn't be as accessible to a lot of people. I do use that technique here: th-cam.com/video/4eKmKLDQsAo/w-d-xo.html
How to add watermark on Multiple photos
howw to make it to pick up each time a watermark file ?
I don't understand what you are asking.
@@macmost i mean, right click on any photo -> add watermark -> select any file as watermark - > open the editor with the file and watermark on it to tweak it. and then save it
@@andrey.003 OK. Is that what you want to do? So it sounds like you have figured it out? I'm confused...
@macmostvideo sorry. Yes it is what i need but don't know how correctly to set it. So that's why i asked. You made a tutorial about automatic watermark pick up. I ask about manual watermark pick up
@@andrey.003 Yes, what you want will simply take more steps. You'll need to prompt for a file to use as the watermark and then take that file and apply it in the right spot. It will just take some time to do. Make sure you thoroughly understand the current Shortcut, and then research and learn the additional steps. I hope that points you in the right direction...
This just seems so long-winded and complicated just to add a watermark.
The idea is you can use it over and over. So if you need to do this only once, just use an image editing app or Markup. But if you want to have a handy way to do this on a regular basis, build a Shortcut.
this was actually very useful for me. I sent out proofs several times a day. I was bringing them into photoshop to do this. And saving files. This has made the process so much faster.