Adding a Photo field
You can add a photo field using either the web or mobile application.
From the web:
- Right-click a column and select Add Column
- Give your new column a name
- Set the data type to Photo
- Click Add to add the column
From the mobile:
- Scan a barcode or tap to edit an item in the list
- Tap the cog next to any of the fields
- Give your new field a name
- Set the data type to Photo
- Tap Save to add the field
You can now refresh your mobile app, scan a barcode or tap an item in the list to edit, and then tap to add a photo.
Using Photo fields
Whether you want to show proof of delivery; need a quality control record or show variations of products…it’s all possible! To use photo fields:
- Tap the field to attach an image
- Choose from your library or take a photo

How to view photos
Images can be viewed using the Orca Scan web application. Simply click the magnifying glass next to the image field
Exporting photos
When you export a sheet containing photos, the images will not be displayed in the exported file. Instead, they will be shown as a URL. Simply click the URL to view the image.

Questions about photo fields?
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