Complete Import & Export System
TimeLapsed isn't just a camera app—it's a complete timelapse creation system. Import photos and videos from any source, create stunning timelapses, and export in formats optimized for any platform.
Import Sources
Supported Import Types
Photo Sequences
- • JPEG, HEIF, RAW formats
- • Select multiple photos at once
- • Auto-sort by capture time
- • EXIF data preservation
Video Files
- • MOV, MP4, M4V formats
- • Convert video to timelapse
- • Frame extraction control
- • Speed adjustment options
Live Capture
- • Direct from camera
- • Real-time import
- • Continuous capture mode
- • Background import
Import Methods
Photos App
Import from your iPhone photo library
Files App
Access local storage and cloud drives
Cloud Services
iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive
Share Sheet
Import from other apps via iOS sharing
Photo Sequence Import Process
- 1
Select Import Source
Tap the import button and choose your source:
Photo Library for existing photos
Files app for external storage
- 2
Select Photos
Choose your image sequence:
- • Use "Select All" for entire folders
- • Multi-select with drag gesture
- • Photos auto-sort by timestamp
- • Preview thumbnails before import
- 3
Configure Import Settings
Frame Rate
Set playback speed (1-60 fps)
Resolution
Keep original or downscale
Sort Order
By name or capture time
Crop Mode
Fit, fill, or stretch
- 4
Create Timelapse
TimeLapsed processes your images:
- ✓ Analyzing image sequence
- ✓ Applying stabilization
- ✓ Creating preview
- ✓ Ready for editing
Advanced Import Features
Video to Timelapse Conversion
Transform regular videos into stunning timelapses:
Frame Sampling
Extract every Nth frame (1-1000)
Motion Blur
Add blend frames for smoothness
Speed Control
10x to 1000x acceleration
Batch Import Processing
Import multiple sequences simultaneously:
Folder Import
Select entire folders of sequences
Smart Organization
Auto-create projects by date/location
Background Processing
Continue working while importing
Export Options
Video Formats
- • H.264 - Universal compatibility
- • H.265/HEVC - Best compression
- • ProRes - Professional editing
- • Motion JPEG - Frame access
Image Export
- • JPEG - Standard format
- • TIFF - Lossless quality
- • PNG - With transparency
- • DNG - RAW processing
Social Presets
- • Instagram - Square/Story
- • TikTok - Vertical 9:16
- • YouTube - 4K/1080p
- • Twitter - Optimized
Export Settings Matrix
| Platform | Resolution | FPS | Bitrate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instagram Feed | 1080×1080 | 30 | 5-10 Mbps |
| Instagram Reels | 1080×1920 | 30 | 10-15 Mbps |
| YouTube 4K | 3840×2160 | 24-60 | 35-45 Mbps |
| Professional | Original | Variable | 50-100 Mbps |
Export Best Practices
Quality Optimization
- ✓Export at source resolution when possible
- ✓Use variable bitrate for better quality
- ✓Match frame rate to capture rate
- ✓Enable GPU acceleration for speed
- ✓Preview before final export
Sharing Options
- →Direct upload to social platforms
- →AirDrop to nearby devices
- →Save to Files or cloud storage
- →Email with compression options
- →Share via messaging apps
Pro Tip: Create export presets for your commonly used formats to save time on future projects
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