---
title: "Poses Mode"
slug: "pose-mode"
description: "Assign poses to images in Poses Mode, mark primary images, and flag for retouching to enhance your workflow and ensure accurate subject representation."
updated: 2026-02-13T02:33:53Z
published: 2026-02-13T02:33:53Z
canonical: "help.timestone.com.au/pose-mode"
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.timestone.com.au/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Poses Mode

While it is possible to assign poses to images by scanning a pose barcode in CapturePost or importing a text file, for the most part poses are assigned to images in Poses Mode.

Poses Mode has the following uses:

- To mark a subject’s image as the primary image
- To assign pose numbers or pose labels to images
- To flag a subject's images as requiring retouching or to retouch a previously flagged image
- To check for mismatched subject images

****Further Reading: Alternate Methods of Assigning Poses****

In addition to assigning poses in Poses Mode, the user can import a text file or assign poses via barcode in CapturePost.

[Assigning Poses in CapturePost](/v1/docs/assigning-poses-in-capturepost)

## The Primary (Main) Image

By default, if multiple images are matched to a single subject, the software will only use the last image in production. This image is termed the primary or main image.

As an alternative to the last image, the operator can mark any of the other images as the primary image. This can be done in either Match Mode or Poses Mode, or even in CapturePost. The Primary image is marked by a Black carrot on the bottom right of the image

> [!TIP]
> TIP
> 
> The primary image can be set by **control- clicking** an image in Poses Mode.

## Assigning Poses to Images

Images can be assigned poses. These are often simply a numeric progression from 1 to ‘n’ but may be any alpha-numeric characters. Images to be exported for yearbooks are often assigned the pose ‘YB’ for example.

Assigning poses allows for better use of a subject's images. Proof sheets, for example, can display each subject's image with corresponding pose number or label. The customer can then order a particular pose or poses.

In turn, many Products can be defined to use a particular pose, while a layout with multiple image holes can have a different pose in each hole. A composite page can be formed using a particular pose. Many other examples exist where the user may wish a product, or a particular image hole on a product, to use a specific pose.

****Further Reading: Adding Poses to Templates****

Image holes on a template can specify a pose number or pose label. When the template is used for a particular subject, the specified pose will be used in the image hole.

[Adding Poses to Templates](/v1/docs/adding-poses-to-templates)

> [!CAUTION]
> CAUTION
> 
> For an image to have a pose assigned it must first be matched to a subject.

In Poses Mode, pose numbers can be assigned in one of two ways:

1. Automatically, by assigning numbers **1-n** for each subject image
2. Manually, by **shift-clicking** each image

### Automatically assigning poses

It is possible to automatically assign pose numbers for each subject matched to more than one image. Each pose will be labelled 1 through “n”, depending on the number of poses matched to each subject.

To auto-assign poses, simply select **Edit> Auto assign poses** or use the **Shift+Ctrl+A** keyboard shortcut.

> [!NOTE]
> TIP
> 
> To remove the assigned pose from one image select **Edit> Remove Pose(s) from image** or **Crtl+D**
> 
> To remove the assigned poses from all images select **Edit> Remove Poses from all Images** from image or **Shift+Crtl+D**

![Four headshot images of a young man with spiky hair and a gray hoodie.](https://cdn.document360.io/4c6b2b86-f0ee-419b-9aca-71ba574125e1/Images/Documentation/Pose%20mode_AutoNum_2025(1).jpg)

Figure 1: Pose mode with the Poses automatically assigned.

#### Important points to note regarding auto-assigning poses:

- Poses numbers will be assigned in image order. The first image is pose 1, the second image is pose 2, and so on.
- If poses have been manually assigned to only some images, auto assigning poses will assign poses to the remaining images beginning with next available pose number.
- It is not possible to auto-assign pose labels.
- Any existing pose numbers or labels will not be overwritten
- Poses will be assigned for all images for all subjects.

### Manually assigning poses

Manually assigning poses provides the user with greater flexibility.

By manually assigning poses, it is possible to:

- Assign poses to only some images rather than every subject image
- Assign poses to some subjects rather than every subject
- Assign pose labels rather than pose numbers
- Assign poses in a user-selected order rather than 1 for the first image, 2 for the second, and so on

## The Assign poses parameters

Before assigning poses, the user selects whether they will be assigning numbered poses or pose labels as defined in a Poses set. If numbers are being used, the upper limit of the range is set.

##### Pose numbers or Pose labels

Pose numbers are exactly that - numbers beginning with 1. Pose labels are alpha-numeric labels and can be used to give a more descriptive label to the image such as Formal1, Full Length, Fun Shot etc.

##### Setting a range of Pose numbers

Pose numbers require the user to define a range of numbers to use. This range may be of any length but must always begin at 1 (1 to n).

![Settings for assigning poses and selecting subjects for yearbook images.](https://cdn.document360.io/4c6b2b86-f0ee-419b-9aca-71ba574125e1/Images/Documentation/Poses_Numbered_2025.png)

Figure 2: Setting the Numbered Range 1 through 5.

> [!NOTE]
> TIP
> 
> It is not necessary to define a pose number range if using auto-assign of pose numbers

##### Creating a Pose label set

Pose labels are defined as a set. It is possible to define more than one set of pose labels. The user could, for example, have a set for Formals, another for Proms, and another for Communions, for example.

Pose sets are defined in **Edit>Pose** sets:

1. Click the **New** button to add a new **Pose Set** and give it a description
2. Click the **Add** button to add a **Pose Label** to the set and give it a description
3. Repeat step 2 to add further poses to the set
4. Repeat Step 1 to begin another **Pose Set**
5. Use the up/down arrows to change the order of either the **Pose Sets** or the **Pose Labels**

![Pose set options for the seniors pose list, including various pose categories for selection.](https://cdn.document360.io/4c6b2b86-f0ee-419b-9aca-71ba574125e1/Images/Documentation/Pose%20mode_PoseSets_2025.jpg)

Figure 3: Creating Pose Sets

##### Assigning the poses

With a pose number range defined or a pose label set created, it is now possible to assign poses to the images.

The process involves:

1. Selecting whether to use numbers or labels
2. Displaying the required subjects
3. Assigning the poses for each subject

1. Selecting Poses2. Display Subjects3. Assign Pose(s)

Use the Assign Poses tools to select whether to assign poses from a set or use numbered poses:

- If using a **Pose Set**, select the **From set** option and use the drop-down to find the desired **Pose Set**
- If using numbered poses, select the **Numbered 1 to …** option and enter the last number in the range

To view subjects who require poses:

1. Select the **Look for subjects that are missing poses** option
2. Click the **Get Next** button to display the first subject requiring poses

1. **Shift-click** the subject's image to assign the first pose number or pose label to that image
2. Continue assigning poses for each of the subject's images requiring poses
3. If an error is made, use the undo feature, **Edit>Undo,** to remove the last pose, or use the remove poses function, **Edit> Remove Poses,** to remove all the poses
4. When ready, click the **Get Next** button to display the next subject requiring poses

![Four portrait photos of a woman with long blonde hair and a blue background.](https://cdn.document360.io/4c6b2b86-f0ee-419b-9aca-71ba574125e1/Images/Documentation/Pose%20mode_ManNum_2025(1).jpg)

Figure 4: Manually assigned poses in pose mode.

> [!NOTE]
> NOTE
> 
> It is not necessary to assign poses to every image for a subject.
> 
> For example, the user may have four images per subject but only wish to use three of the images.

##### Using Auto Get Next

Use the **Auto Get Next** feature to have **Poses Mode** automatically advance to the next subject requiring poses once the user has finished assigning poses for a subject. **Auto get next** will only occur once every pose number in the defined range or every pose label in the Pose Set has been assigned to the subject.

1. Check the **Auto Get Next** option
2. Assign poses in the normal way
3. When all pose numbers or labels have been used, the next subject will be displayed

## Checking for Mismatched Images

Since Poses Mode displays one subject at a time, it is a popular tool for finding mismatched subject images.

Prior to the advent of **Face Recognition**, the user would advance through the subjects one at a time and visually inspect their images. Face recognition has automated this task with the addition of an **are mismatched** lookup option. With the option checked, the **Get Next** function advances through the subjects with mismatched images.

****Further reading: Checking for mismatched images****

One of the most powerful uses of the software’s Face Detection and Recognition is in aiding the user to find mismatched subject images. This can be done in Poses Mode or Match Mode and is described in detail in the following article:

[Checking for mismatches using Face Recognition](/v1/docs/checking-for-mismatches-using-face-recognition)

## Flagging image for Retouching

Pose mode also allows users to flag images for retouching. While assigning poses, users might come across images that need touch-ups.

To flag an image for retouching, select one or more images, then choose **Edit > Mark/Unmark Retouching**, or use the shortcut **Ctrl + R**. A brush icon will appear above the image preview to indicate it's been flagged.

![A young boy smiles for a school photo, with a list of names beside him.](https://cdn.document360.io/4c6b2b86-f0ee-419b-9aca-71ba574125e1/Images/Documentation/Pose%20mode_Retouching_2025.jpg)

Figure 5: An image flagged for retouching

> [!NOTE]
> NOTE
> 
> Flagged images can be easily reviewed later in **Images Mode** by selecting the **Retouching** radio button in the filter area.

---

### FAQ

#### What is Poses Mode used for?

Poses Mode is used to mark a subject's image as the primary image, assign pose numbers or labels, flag images for retouching, and check for mismatched subject images.

#### Can poses be assigned to images in ways other than Poses Mode?

Yes, poses can also be assigned by importing a text file or scanning a pose barcode in CapturePost.

#### How can I mark an image as the primary image?

You can mark an image as the primary image by control-clicking it in Poses Mode.

#### How do I remove the primary image?

Remember there is always a primary, main image. If you do nothing it will be the last image matched to the subject. If you explicitly mark an image as the primary image then realise you have made a mistake, just mark any of the other images as the main image.

#### Is it possible to automatically assign pose numbers?

Yes, you can automatically assign pose numbers by selecting Edit > Auto assign poses or using the Shift+Ctrl+A keyboard shortcut.

#### Can I manually assign pose labels instead of numbers?

Yes, you can manually assign pose labels or numbers.

#### What should I do if I need to flag an image for retouching?

To flag an image for retouching, select the image and choose Edit > Mark/Unmark Retouching or use the shortcut Ctrl + R.

#### Can I check for mismatched images in Poses Mode?

Yes, Poses Mode can be used to check for mismatched images, especially with the help of face recognition features.

#### Do I need to assign poses to every image for a subject?

No, it is not necessary to assign poses to every image for a subject; you can choose which images to assign poses to.

A product is any item produced in the apps. Simple prints, package prints, trader cards, groups, composites and digital files are all examples of products.

Products are of different types. Portrait 'type' products often relate directly to a pack layout template. Other product types relate to a genre, such as composites, groups and digital image.

One or more products are combined into a Package.

Images that are matched incorrectly. Most often this refers to subject images incorrectly matched to the wrong subject.

## Related

- [Beginner's Guide](/beginners-guide.md)