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  • How do I change the photo that represents my set?

    From the Organizr, click the Sets & Collections tab and open the set you want to change. Drag the thumbnail image you want to represent the set from the batch edit area over the current set icon, on the left. Now, click Save and the sets page within Organizr is refreshed, with the new image showing as the set icon.

  • How is a collection different than a set?

    A set contains photos. A collection can contain sets (or other collections).

  • Who will be able to see my collections?

    Collections behave just like sets. Anyone who has permission to view your photos will see that those photos are in a collection. Please note that private photos will appear in the mosaic if you choose to put them there, but that doesn't grant permission for everyone to see them within the collection.

  • How do I make a collection?

    First, go to the Organizr. Under the Sets and Collections tab, you'll see a link to create a new collection. Click that. Then, give your new collection a title and description. Once you've done that, you can drag sets into your new collection. When you're satisfied with it, click the "Create Mosaic" button to make a pretty icon for your new collection. We'll randomly choose some photos to use in your mosaic, but you can add any photo you like from the Findr for precisely the effect you want*.

    *Within limits.

  • How do I arrange things in a collection?

    Once you have some collections in the Organizr, you'll find that you can rearrange the order by drag and drop. You can even rearrange the sets within the collections, with patented drag 'n' drop technology.

  • Why can't I make a collection?

    Probably because you have a free account. Collections are only available to our pro members. You can upgrade your account here.

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