What is Reverse Image Search?
Reverse Image Search is a powerful feature within Canto XI’s AI Visual Search framework, enabling users to search their Canto library by using an image rather than text. It significantly improves discoverability and reduces search time by allowing searches with any image source, eliminating the reliance on metadata. This is particularly helpful when metadata is missing or incomplete, as users can locate assets more efficiently using visual references instead of relying on keywords.
By simply inserting any external image into the search as a reference, users can quickly discover visually similar assets within their library. This approach removes the requirement for the asset to already exist within the Digital Asset Management system, offering users greater flexibility while saving time and storage space.
How do I access Reverse Image Search?
Reverse Image Search is automatically included with Canto's AI Visual Search add-on feature. If you are interested in enabling AI Visual Search for your account, do not hesitate to reach out to your Account Manager. Alternatively, you can submit a support request, and our capable customer service team will answer any questions you might have.
If AI Visual Search has already been enabled on your account, please see the following section to learn how to use Reverse Image Search.
How to: Use Reverse Image Search
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Within the main library Search bar, click the Reverse Image Search icon. Then drag your external image file into the Reverse Image Search window or click the "upload a file" button to select an image from your local drive.
A preview of the image will be displayed, and the system will automatically find visually similar assets that already exist in your library. You can then review the results and apply additional filters or preview the assets as needed.
To clear the Reverse Image Search and results, click the icon in the search bar.