Image Data in Data Templates

Albert supports structured image data capture within Data Templates. This allows image-based results to be created, uploaded, viewed, and reported on throughout the platform, including Tasks, Property Tasks, Worksheets, and Reports.

Images often communicate details that text or numbers cannot. With Image Data Types, visual observations can finally be captured in a consistent, structured way.

With Image Data Types, you can:

• Add image-based result fields to any Data Template

• Upload one image per result while entering task data

• View images directly inside tasks and worksheets

• Display images in Reports

• Maintain structured record keeping for inspections, lab observations, quality checks, and more

1. Open the Data Template where the image field should be added.

2. Click Add Result or edit an existing result.

3. In the Edit Result window, enter a Result Name.

4. Under Data Type, select Image:

 

5. Click Save.

Once saved, the Data Template will now include an image upload field that appears anywhere this template is used.

 

 

When the Data Template is used in a Property Task, you will see an upload box for each Image result.

• Drag-and-drop an image into the upload box

• Or click Upload Image to browse from your device

• A thumbnail preview appears instantly

• The image becomes part of the task's structured data record

 

 

The following image file types are supported: .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .jfif, .pjpeg, .pjp, .svg, .gif, .apng, .avif, .webp, .bmp, .ico, .cur, .tif, .tiff, and .heic

When a Property Task uses a Data Template containing images:

• Each image result displays an Upload Image tile in the Results table

• Clicking the thumbnail opens the full-resolution image

• Images remain attached to that task permanently for audit and review

 

This is ideal for capturing visual inspections such as:
✔ Coating appearance
✔ Packaging damage
✔ Color comparison
✔ Physical changes in materials

When reviewing results in a Worksheet:

• Image results appear as thumbnail icons within the results grid

• Hovering shows an enlarged preview

• Clicking opens the full image

• Images export alongside the rest of the task data

 

This allows teams to evaluate visual and numeric results side-by-side.
 

Reports support image data fields. When a Data Template includes image results:

• Reports show a small image in the corresponding column

• Clicking expands the image for detailed review

• Filters can still be applied to other data fields

• The report retains performance and clarity while supporting visual data

 

Image data will not break or slow reports; Albert optimizes file size for efficient loading.

Example: A chemist documents pigment appearance across sample batches.
Images help reviewers instantly understand differences without needing subjective descriptions.

Technicians can attach images of:

• equipment conditions

• damaged components

• calibration visuals

• Use clear, well-lit photos to maximize information quality

• Keep result names specific, e.g., “Before Mixing Image” or “Final Appearance Image”

• Avoid uploading very large files; Albert automatically optimizes, but high-resolution images take longer to load

• Use images to document observations that may be subjective, so you can capture clearer and more reliable results.