Use high-quality TIFF files for important masters and JPEG copies for easy viewing, sharing and general use.
File format is only one part of preservation. Names, metadata, folders and backups determine whether future relatives can understand the archive.
A practical method
- Create a stable physical identifier
- Scan selected originals at suitable resolution
- Save a master file
- Create JPEG access copies
- Use descriptive consistent filenames
- Keep at least two backups in separate locations
What to avoid
- Keeping only phone screenshots
- Using filenames such as IMG_001
- Storing everything on one drive
- Overwriting the master during editing
- Separating files from dates and names
Frequently asked questions
Is professional help necessary?
Professional planning helps with large archives, restoration priorities and institutional standards.
What should happen first?
Define what must be preserved, printed and shared.
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