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Candyโ€™s Weekly Recap: New Dashboard, In-Gallery Background Rendering, and More! ๐Ÿ“ธ ๐ŸŽ‰

Candyโ€™s Weekly Recap: New Dashboard, In-Gallery Background Rendering, and More! ๐Ÿ“ธ ๐ŸŽ‰
Hello, fabulous photographers!

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Candy here, and I'm buzzing with excitement to bring you this week's jam-packed recap! ๐ŸŒŸ

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We've got some big news that's going to make your NowCandid experience even more delightful and efficient. So, let's dive right in! ๐ŸŠ

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๐ŸŒ The New Dashboard Is Here to Stay!

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First things firstโ€”the new NowCandid Dashboard has officially become our main dashboard! ๐ŸŽŠ

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  • All-in-One Place: Every feature from the old dashboard (now called the Legacy Dashboard) has been brought over, plus so many more new features to supercharge your workflow.
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  • New Accounts: All new NowCandid users will exclusively see the new dashboard, ensuring a seamless and modern experience right from the start.
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  • Update Your Bookmarks: If you're a long-time user, it's time to say goodbye to old habits. Replace any bookmarks from dashboard.nowcandid.com with app.nowcandid.com. Trust me, you won't want to miss out on all the new goodies! ๐Ÿ˜‰
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  • Accessing the Legacy Dashboard: Need to peek at the old dashboard for any reason? No worries! There's a handy button on the new dashboard that lets you access it anytime.

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We're thrilled about this upgrade and can't wait for you to explore all the enhanced features designed to make your life easier!

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๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Photographer-Uploaded Backgrounds Render in Personal Galleries

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Great news for those of you who love adding that extra flair to your images! Your uploaded backgrounds will now render directly on BGR (Background Removed) images right in your clients' personal galleries. ๐ŸŒˆ

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  • Visual Impact: Clients can instantly see how amazing their photos look with your custom backgrounds applied.
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  • Boost Sales: By showcasing these options upfront, you can provide more options from the get-go it can be a more intuitive experience for your customers.

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This enhancement creates a more engaging and personalized shopping experience for your clients!

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๐Ÿ›๏ธ Retail Site Checkout Improvements

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We've made some nifty changes to the checkout process to make it smoother than ever:

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  • Split Process: The original checkout flow is now divided into a View Cart screen and a Checkout screen.
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    • Better Visibility: Clients can easily review their cart contents before proceeding to checkout.
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    • Facilitates Express Options: This change provides space to accommodate our growing number of express checkout options, making the payment process quicker and more flexible.
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  • Enhanced Clarity: The new layout reduces confusion and helps prevent cart abandonment, as well as more clarity regarding subtotals and shipping costs.

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Making shopping a breeze means happier clients and more sales for you! ๐Ÿ’ฐ

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๐ŸŽ’ Bag Tag Product Now Has Live Rendering

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Exciting update for the Bag Tag product:

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  • Live Rendering: Clients can now see real-time previews of all art styles available for Bag Tags.

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Offer your clients a preview of their custom creations to enhance their shopping experience! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

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๐Ÿ“ Blog Now Accessible in the New Dashboard

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Stay informed without ever leaving your dashboard!

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  • Integrated Blog: Our blog is now hosted right within the new dashboard.
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  • Easy Access: Get the latest updates, tips, and tutorials at your fingertips.
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  • Stay Updated: Never miss out on important news that can help you make the most of NowCandid.

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Knowledge is power, and weโ€™re putting it right where you need it! ๐Ÿ“š

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๐Ÿ” Update Credit Card Info & Change Password Easily

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We've streamlined account management features:

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  • Change Credit Card Info: Update your payment details directly from the new dashboard.
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  • Change Password: Easily keep your account secure with straightforward password management.
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Your convenience and security are our top priorities! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

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๐ŸŒ Now Supporting Photographers Worldwide

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Weโ€™re expanding our horizons!

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  • International Support: You can now select countries other than the U.S. during account creation and in your profile settings.
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  • Global Community: Photographers around the world will soon be able to use NowCandid to grow their business.
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No matter where you are, NowCandid is here to support your photography journey! ๐ŸŒ

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๐Ÿ“ž Retail "Contact Us" Visualization

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Communication made clearer!

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  • Business Info Editor: In your profile settings, you can now visualize how your contact information appears to clients on the retail site.
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  • Professional Appearance: Ensure your clients have the correct information to reach out to you when needed.

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Clear communication builds trust and improves client relationships! ๐Ÿค

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๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ New Font: Geist!

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We're getting into the festive spirit!

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  • Font Update: We've switched from Inter to Geist for both the web dashboard content and the retail site.
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  • Spooky Vibes: Geist may not look spooky, but the name of the font alone adds a touch of whimsy appropriate for the Halloween season. ๐ŸŽƒ
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Enjoy a fresh look as you navigate through your dashboard and retail site! ๐Ÿ‘ป

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We hope these updates make your NowCandid experience even more enjoyable and efficient.

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We're constantly working to bring you the best tools and features to help your photography business thrive. ๐ŸŒฑ

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As always, we're here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or feedback, don't hesitate to reach out! ๐Ÿ’Œ

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Cheers and sparkles,

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Candy ๐Ÿฌ

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P.S. Don't forget to update your bookmarks to app.nowcandid.com to stay connected with all the latest features! ๐Ÿ”–

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๐Ÿ“ธ Candyโ€™s 12 Days of Christmas: Day 1 โ€“ The New NowCandid Web Dashboard ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ
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December 14, 2024

๐Ÿ“ธ Candyโ€™s 12 Days of Christmas: Day 1 โ€“ The New NowCandid Web Dashboard ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ

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Hello, my merry photographer friends! ๐ŸŽ…

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Candy here, and Iโ€™m excited to kick off a special holiday celebration with all of you!

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For the next 11 days, weโ€™ll be counting down the 12 Days of Christmas by revisiting one of our biggest, most impactful NowCandid features from 2024 each day. Then, on December 25th, weโ€™ll unwrap a brand-new surpriseโ€”one of our biggest new features of the year!

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Letโ€™s begin Day 1 by shining a festive spotlight on the all-new NowCandid Web Dashboard, a cornerstone of our 2024 improvements that completely transformed how you manage your photography business online.

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What Changed in 2024:

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  • Participant Details & Gallery Management:

    With the new dashboard, you can dive straight into a participantโ€™s details, view their assigned images, and even add more images to their gallery if needed. This level of control made delivering a personalized experience easier than ever.
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  • Enhanced Order Details & Reports:
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    Gone are the days of scattered information. The updated dashboard brought comprehensive order details front and center, along with in-depth reports. Now you can monitor sales, understand trends, and make data-driven decisions with confidence.
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  • Streamlined Image Downloads:
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    Need to access event images quickly? The new dashboard let you download images right from your event pages, saving time and ensuring you have what you need at your fingertipsโ€”no extra steps required.

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From improved participant oversight to richer analytics and convenient image downloads, the new NowCandid Web Dashboard was a game-changer.

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It set the tone for a year filled with upgrades that helped you run your business more efficiently, serve your clients better, and ultimately capture more smiles.๐ŸŽ‰

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Stay tuned for Day 2 tomorrow, where weโ€™ll highlight another standout feature from 2024.๐ŸŽ„โœจ

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Until then, keep embracing the holiday spirit and know that something truly special awaits you on December 25th!

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Candyโ€™s Weekly Recap: QuicPics Improvements! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽ‰
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December 13, 2024

Candyโ€™s Weekly Recap: QuicPics Improvements! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽ‰

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Hello again, my wonderful photographers! ๐ŸŽ…

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Candy here, bringing you another Weekly Recap. Itโ€™s a light week for changes, but weโ€™ve got a couple of handy tweaks worth mentioning. Letโ€™s dive in! ๐ŸŒŸ

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1. Bigger, Better Downloads for QuicPics & QuicPics GO ๐Ÿ†

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  • Improved Download Quality: Images downloaded directly from the retail site during QuicPics or QuicPics GO eventsโ€”via โ€œtap and holdโ€ or the download iconโ€”now come closer in size and quality to what clients receive through free downloads at checkout or via MMS.
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  • Richer Image Experience: This enhancement means end customers get crisper, more detailed images, no matter how they choose to save them.

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2. Clearer QuicPics Products in the Offer Creator ๐Ÿ’ก

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  • Improved UI Guidance: The two QuicPics products are now always listed at the top of every custom offer in the Offer Creator.
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  • Easier Understanding: Notes explain that these items only appear if youโ€™re running a QuicPics or QuicPics GO event. This helps photographers realize they donโ€™t need to manually add free downloadsโ€”QuicPics has them covered.

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Looking Ahead: The 12 Days of Christmas Countdown ๐ŸŽ„

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Starting tomorrow, weโ€™ll begin a special 12 Days of Christmas countdown. Each day leading up to December 25th, weโ€™ll revisit one of 2024โ€™s biggest features. On the final day, weโ€™ll unwrap a brand-new surpriseโ€”one of the yearโ€™s biggest new additions!

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Stay tuned, enjoy the holiday season, and get ready for a festive lineup of features! ๐ŸŽ

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Candy ๐Ÿฌ

Candy's Weekly Recap: Extended Positive ID Events, Enhanced Order Details & More!๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽ‰
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December 6, 2024

Candy's Weekly Recap: Extended Positive ID Events, Enhanced Order Details & More!๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽ‰

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Hello, my fabulous photographer friends!

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Candy here, ready to sprinkle some sparkle on your day with our latest Weekly Recap! ๐ŸŒŸ

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We've been tinkering away to bring you some delightful updates that'll make your NowCandid experience even betterโ€”just in time for the holiday season! Let's dive in! ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ

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1. Extended Duration for Positive ID Events ๐ŸŽ…

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Great news for those capturing the magic of the season!

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  • Positive ID Events Now Up to 30 Days Long: You can now edit your Positive ID Workflow events to extend their end date up to 30 days.
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  • Why This Matters:
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    • Longer Visibility: Events will stay visible on the selection screen of the Capture & Upload App for a longer period, beyond the typical 5-day range.
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    • Perfect for Holiday Events: This change is especially helpful for those using our Scanner ID and Type & Take workflows for Santa photos and other festive events.
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  • Note: This extension is currently only for Positive ID Events. Events using the Face Matching Workflow remain unchanged.
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  • Holiday Cheer: Don't forget to try out our Candy Cane retail theme, stuffed with plenty of holiday spirit to make your galleries extra festive! ๐ŸŽ„

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2. Enhanced Order Details in Web Dashboard ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

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We've supercharged the Order Details to keep you in the loop!

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  • More Informative Order Details:
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    • Comprehensive Info: Access all the information you need about each order directly from the dashboard.
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    • Clickable Orders: Orders in the recent orders lists are now clickable, taking you straight to detailed order pages.
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  • Participant Integration:
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    • Jump to Participant Details: If an order is tied to a participant, you can navigate directly to their details page.
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    • View Images & Marketing History: See their images, marketing interactions, and more.
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  • Did You Know? ๐Ÿค”
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    • NowCandid Handles Retail Support: That's right! We take care of much of the retail support for you, including order resubmissions. You can focus on capturing moments while we handle the rest!

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3. Improved Scan Card Generation Performance ๐Ÿ“

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We've fine-tuned the Scan Card generation to make it smoother than ever!

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  • Performance Boost:
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    • Faster Generation: Recent updates had slowed down scan card creation, but we've optimized the process.
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    • Reliability Restored: Generating Scan Card PDFs should now work properly and more efficiently.
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  • Why It Matters:
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    • Seamless Workflow: Especially important for high-volume events like holiday photo sessions.
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    • Feedback Welcome: If you notice anything not performing as expected or have suggestions, please let us know!
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  • A Festive Note:
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    • We're committed to resolving any issues faster than Santa delivering presents to billions of children across the globe in just 24 hours! (All those cookies must give him quite the sugar rush.) ๐Ÿช๐ŸŽ…

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We're always here to support you!

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So please, feel free to share your feedback or questions.

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Cheers and sparkles,

Candy ๐Ÿฌ

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P.S. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season filled with magical moments to capture! ๐ŸŽโœจ

Letโ€™s get in touch

If youโ€™re a photographer looking to add NowCandid services to your wheelhouse โ€“ set up a call by clicking the button below.

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