FilmSlate Mobile
Slate your film photos
About
Streamline your film photography workflow by digitally logging roll metadata. Generate scannable slates to embed information like camera, film stock, and project details directly into your images upon scanning. This app eliminates manual note-taking and organizes your analog shots for easy digital management.
What's New in FilmSlate Mobile
1.0
May 6, 2026
- Added additional film stocks. - Text entry bug fix.
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FAQ
How does FilmSlate Mobile help organize film photos?
FilmSlate Mobile allows you to digitally log metadata for each film roll, including camera, film stock, and project details. It then generates a scannable slate that, when photographed on the roll and processed with the companion desktop app, embeds this information as EXIF, IPTC, and XMP metadata into your image scans.
What kind of metadata can I store with FilmSlate Mobile?
You can store extensive metadata per roll, including Camera (Make + Model), Lens (Make + Model + Focal Length), Film Brand + Stock (with a catalog of over 70 stocks plus custom options), ISO (with push/pull stops), Project, Roll Name, Date, Location, Notes, Artist, and Copyright.
Does FilmSlate Mobile require an account or cloud storage?
No, FilmSlate Mobile does not require an account or cloud storage. All processing and metadata embedding happen locally on your device and the companion desktop app, ensuring your photos remain private.
How does the companion desktop app work with FilmSlate Mobile?
The free companion desktop app, available at filmslateapp.com, is used for the metadata write-back. You drag and drop your folder of scans onto the app, which finds the slate frame, decodes the QR code, and embeds the metadata into every image in the folder.
Can I scan existing slates with FilmSlate Mobile?
Yes, you can scan existing slates by tapping the Scan tab and pointing your camera at the QR code. This imports the slate as a session on your phone, which is useful for shared shoots or working across multiple devices.
Is FilmSlate Mobile compatible with other photo editing software?
Yes, FilmSlate Mobile is designed to be Lightroom-ready. Every metadata field maps directly to where Lightroom indexes it, allowing you to instantly filter your entire roll by camera, lens, focal length, ISO, date, location, keywords, and more upon import.
Does FilmSlate Mobile have ads?
No, FilmSlate Mobile is completely ad-free. The app is designed to be a seamless and unobtrusive tool for film photographers, with no advertisements to interrupt your workflow.
What devices does FilmSlate Mobile support?
FilmSlate Mobile is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed for mobile use to help you log metadata on the go.
