This version allowed seamless connection to Pixellu’s Cloud Proofing service. You could send the design to your client, and they could leave comments directly on the spreads—no more long email chains with confusing instructions like "Change the third photo on page 12."
How fast is it? Here is the typical workflow in SmartAlbums 2.1.13: Choose your album company and size. Import Images: Drag and drop your high-res JPEGs. The "Drop": Drag a group of images onto a spread.
Output high-resolution JPEGs or a layered PSD if you want to do final tweaks in Photoshop. Is It Still Relevant? pixellu smartalbums 2 1 13
While newer versions have since been released, the 2.1.13 update was a stability powerhouse that introduced and refined several "quality of life" features:
One of the biggest headaches in album design is "bleed" and "safe zones." Every print lab (Miller’s, Graphistudio, White Wall, etc.) has different requirements. SmartAlbums 2.1.13 includes a massive library of preset lab dimensions. You simply select your provider, and the software ensures your design is pixel-perfect for their specific printing presses. 3. Face Detection Technology Import Images: Drag and drop your high-res JPEGs
Use the arrow keys to cycle through layouts until it "clicks."
For professional wedding and portrait photographers, the "post-processing" phase is often where the clock slows down. Between culling thousands of images and retouching skin, the prospect of designing a 40-page album can feel like a daunting hurdle. This is where comes into play—a version of the software that solidified its reputation as the fastest, most intuitive album builder on the market. Is It Still Relevant
You can rate your photos in Lightroom and have those ratings carry over into SmartAlbums, helping you identify your "must-have" shots instantly.
There is nothing more frustrating than a software auto-cropping a photo and cutting off the bride's head. SmartAlbums uses intelligent face detection to ensure that when layouts shift, the focus remains on the subjects. In version 2.1.13, this feature became significantly more refined, reducing the need for manual adjustments. Key Features in Version 2.1.13