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Preview: OverviewUpdated 3 hours ago

The Preview step lets guests see their photo or video before they move on.
They can decide whether to keep the result as-is, or (if you allow it) retake and try again.


What Is the Preview Step?
From the workflow point of view, Preview:

  • Shows the result of a capture, such as:

    • A photo (raw capture or final processed photo/layout)

    • A video or GIF

  • Allows you choose what to show (for example: final photo, video, or GIF – only relevant options appear based on your workflow)

  • Can optionally offer a Retake button that sends guests back to an earlier step you choose

  • If Retake is off, shows the media for a short time and then continues automatically to the next step

From the guest’s point of view:

  • They see their photo, video, or GIF on screen

  • If Retake is enabled, they choose:

    • Keep / Continue – move forward in the journey (print, share, etc.)

    • Retake – go back and capture again

  • If Retake is disabled, the media plays for a few seconds (or a few loops for video / GIF), and then the experience continues automatically


When Should You Use Preview?
Use a Preview step whenever you want guests to confirm the result before you:

  • Print their photo

  • Share it by email, QR code, or social media

  • Show a processed result (for example, an AI cartoon or layout) and let them decide if it’s good enough

Typical examples:

  • Take Photo → Preview → Print Copies

  • Take Photo → AI Effect → Preview → Share


How Preview Fits in the Workflow
In the Workflow Builder:

  • Add a step and select Preview

  • Choose what to show – for example:

    • Final photo (most common)

    • Raw photo, video, or GIF

  • Decide how guests move on:

    • With Retake:

      • Turn Retake on

      • Choose which step to go back to when guests tap Retake (for example: Take Photo)

      • The media stays on screen until the guest chooses Keep or Retake (no automatic timeout)

    • Without Retake:

      • Turn Retake off

      • For photos: set how many seconds to show the image

      • For videos / GIFs: set how many times they loop

      • After that time, the workflow continues automatically to the next step


Why Preview Is Useful
For event operators:

  • Quality control – guests approve the result before you print or share

  • Flexible flows – you can choose between fast automatic previews and full “keep or retake” loops

For clients and guests:

  • More control – they decide if the photo or video is good enough before it leaves the booth

  • Better experience – fewer awkward photos, more results, they are proud to share

  • Professional feel – a clear review step makes the whole journey look polished and guest-friendly

By placing the Preview step in the right spot—usually just before printing or sharing—you keep your experience professional, fun, and reassuring, while making sure only the best photos and videos leave your booth.

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