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XMP Metadata Extractor

Extract and view XMP metadata from images including Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Creative Cloud information

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Maximum file size: 50MB Supported formats: image/jpeg, image/jpg, image/tiff, image/png, image/webp, image/heif, image/avif

Include raw XMP XML data in the output

Key Facts

Category
Media
Input Types
file, checkbox
Output Type
html
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The XMP Metadata Extractor is a specialized utility designed to parse and display hidden XMP (Extensible Metadata Platform) data embedded within your image files, providing deep insights into Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Creative Cloud workflows.

When to Use

  • •Verify copyright, creator, and licensing information embedded in professional photography.
  • •Debug or inspect Adobe-specific metadata settings applied during image export.
  • •Extract technical details and history logs stored within image files for asset management.

How It Works

  • •Upload your image file (JPEG, TIFF, PNG, WebP, HEIF, or AVIF) to the tool.
  • •Optionally toggle the 'Include Raw XML' setting if you need to view the full underlying XMP structure.
  • •Click the extract button to parse the file and display the structured metadata results in your browser.

Use Cases

Auditing image assets for proper attribution and copyright metadata before publication.
Troubleshooting missing or corrupted metadata tags in images exported from Adobe Lightroom.
Extracting technical camera settings and post-processing history for archival purposes.

Examples

1. Verifying Copyright Metadata

Professional Photographer
Background
A photographer needs to ensure that their contact information and copyright notice are correctly embedded in a batch of exported JPEGs.
Problem
The photographer needs to confirm the metadata is readable by third-party software.
How to Use
Upload the JPEG file and view the extracted metadata fields to confirm the 'dc:creator' and 'xmpRights:Marked' tags are present.
Outcome
The tool displays the embedded copyright strings, confirming the metadata was successfully written by the editing software.

2. Debugging Adobe Workflow Data

Graphic Designer
Background
A designer is trying to identify which specific Adobe Creative Cloud preset was applied to an image asset.
Problem
The standard file properties window does not show the detailed Adobe-specific history.
How to Use
Upload the image and enable 'Include Raw XML' to search for specific Adobe-related tags within the XML tree.
Outcome
The raw XML output reveals the 'xmpMM:History' tags, allowing the designer to trace the editing steps applied in Photoshop.

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FAQ

What file formats are supported?

The tool supports JPEG, JPG, TIFF, PNG, WebP, HEIF, and AVIF image formats.

Does this tool modify my original image?

No, this tool is read-only and does not alter or save any changes to your uploaded image files.

What is XMP metadata?

XMP is an industry-standard format for storing metadata, such as authorship, creation date, and editing history, within digital files.

Can I see the raw XML data?

Yes, by enabling the 'Include Raw XML' checkbox, you can view the complete, unformatted XML structure of the XMP data.

Is there a file size limit?

Yes, the tool supports individual image files up to 50MB.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/image-xmp

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
imageFile file (Upload required) Yes -
includeRawXML checkbox No Include raw XMP XML data in the output

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/image-xmp to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "result": "
Processed HTML content
",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
HTML: HTML

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-image-xmp": {
      "name": "image-xmp",
      "description": "Extract and view XMP metadata from images including Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Creative Cloud information",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=image-xmp",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]