Best Practices

Get the most out of Solixync with these tips for photography, workflow optimization, and achieving professional results.

Photography Tips

Lighting

Good lighting is the foundation of great product photos:

Do:

Use soft, diffused light (natural daylight or softbox)
Light evenly from multiple angles
Eliminate harsh shadows
Ensure consistent lighting across all products

Avoid:

Direct flash (creates harsh shadows)
Mixed lighting (daylight + artificial)
Strong backlighting
Uneven illumination

Background

While Solixync removes backgrounds, starting with a good one helps:

Best backgrounds for AI removal:

Solid white or light gray
High contrast from product
Clean, uncluttered
Consistent across photos

Challenging backgrounds:

Busy patterns
Similar color to product
Reflective surfaces
Multiple overlapping items

Product Positioning

Set up your products for success:

Center the product in the frame
Leave margin space - Don't crop too tight
Show the whole product - Avoid cutting off edges
Consistent angle - Same orientation across product line

Image Quality

Higher quality input = better output:

Setting	Recommendation
Resolution	At least 2000×2000 pixels
Format	JPEG or PNG (PNG for transparency)
File size	Under 20 MB
Focus	Sharp, not blurry
Exposure	Well-exposed, not too dark/bright

Workflow Optimization

Batch Organization

Group images strategically:

By Product Type:

Process similar products together
Consistent adjustments across the batch
Easier quality review

By Platform:

If you only need one platform, select just that one
Faster processing, smaller downloads

By Project:

"Client ABC - January Order"
"New Spring Collection"
Easy to find later in history

Naming Conventions

Use consistent file naming:

Good:
- product-name-angle.jpg
- SKU-12345-front.jpg
- widget-blue-main.jpg

Avoid:
- IMG_1234.jpg
- photo.jpg
- untitled.jpg

Batch Sizes

Optimal batch sizes for different needs:

Scenario	Recommended Size
Quick test	1-5 images
Regular processing	10-50 images
Large catalog	50-200 images per batch
Very large catalog	Up to 500 images per batch (paid plans)

Processing Frequency

Develop a routine:

Daily sellers: Process new products as they arrive
Weekly: Batch similar products together
Seasonal: Process entire collections at once

Platform-Specific Tips

Amazon

Amazon has the strictest requirements:

85% fill required - Product must nearly fill the frame
Pure white background - Solixync handles this
Main image rules - No text, logos, or watermarks on source
Tip: Use manual mode to ensure 85% fill compliance

Etsy

Stand out on Etsy:

First image matters most - It's the search thumbnail
Consistency - Same style across your shop
Square format - Works best in Etsy's grid
Tip: Process your best-seller photos first

Shopify

Build a cohesive store:

Consistent sizing - All products same dimensions
Clean look - White backgrounds work for most themes
Multiple angles - Process front, side, detail shots
Tip: Use the same platforms for all products

eBay

Improve your listings:

Clear product shots - Buyers want to see details
Multiple images - Process several angles
Good quality - Higher resolution builds trust
Tip: Square images display best in search

Create engaging pins:

Vertical format - 2:3 ratio performs best
Eye-catching - Product should pop
Room for text - Consider safe zones for overlays
Tip: Process your most visually appealing products

Quality Assurance

Review Before Downloading

Always check your results:

Preview each image - Look for quality issues
Check compliance indicators - Green = good, yellow = review, red = fix
Verify positioning - Product centered and properly sized
Compare platforms - Ensure consistency across versions

Common Issues to Watch

Issue	Cause	Solution
Product cut off	Tight source crop	Re-shoot with more margin
Fuzzy edges	Low contrast background	Use higher contrast setup
Wrong positioning	Auto mode miss	Switch to manual mode
Color shift	Mixed lighting	Use consistent lighting

Quality Checklist

Before uploading to marketplaces:

Advanced Tips

Manual Mode Mastery

When to use manual adjustments:

Rotation - Fix tilted products (±5-10° usually enough)
Scale - Meet minimum fill requirements
Position - Center off-center subjects
Brightness - Correct underexposed photos
Contrast - Make products pop

Multi-Platform Strategy

Selling on multiple platforms:

Select all platforms when creating batch
Process once - Get all versions together
Download full ZIP - Organized by platform
Upload platform-specific - Each folder to its marketplace

Large Catalog Management

Processing hundreds of products:

Plan batches - Group by category or SKU range
Use auto mode - Faster for large volumes
Background processing - For 50+ images
Stagger batches - Don't overwhelm yourself with review
Download promptly - Keep local backups

Consistency Tips

Maintain professional consistency:

Same lighting setup for all photos
Same camera angle within product lines
Same processing settings (use auto mode for consistency)
Same platform selections across your catalog

Troubleshooting Results

Background Not Clean?

Use higher contrast between product and background
Ensure product edges are clearly defined
Try a simpler, solid background
Check for shadows that might confuse AI

Product Looks Wrong?

Switch to manual mode for control
Adjust brightness/contrast
Check source image quality
Review platform overlay guides

Inconsistent Results?

Use consistent source photography
Stick with auto mode for uniformity
Process similar products together
Review and adjust outliers manually