I recently had the need to timestamp/datestamp a large number of image files using the EXIF data stored in the files. A shell script under Linux was my preferred choice for this, but I’ve always found shell scripting to be cryptic and ImageMagick difficult to master due to the range of tools and command line options. After some searching I came across some useful advice which I adapted for my own needs. The changes I made were to ensure the date followed the UK format, tailoring the colour and size of the stamp to my preferences, as well as providing more useful feedback on progress.
The results are here in case anyone else finds them useful. I haven’t attempted to break long lines in case that introduced errors. Continue reading
I’m pleased to say that the Jetpack plugin is working again so its features are back (at least most of them). The only remaining problem appears to be that the WordPress “Like” button doesn’t always work, and just shows “Loading” instead. It used to happen before from time to time so doesn’t appear to be related to the recent issues. I will try to debug it when time allows.
This website is experiencing problems at the moment. Although I have been unable to confirm this yet with my web hosting provider, I believe that XML-RPC is being blocked, preventing the Jetpack plugin for WordPress (which this site is heavily reliant on) from working properly.
Things have been a little quiet here recently (I won’t bore you with any excuses) but four ink reviews should appear in the very near future. The writing tests are done, as well as the photos, I just need to scan in the samples and write up the text. This is the first time I’ve tried running four tests at once, and you will see that the inks are all in the orange/red area. Next time around I plan to do five at once! Continue reading
Terry Finney
