Move Original Files

reaConverter's auto-move feature intelligently transfers original files after processing, maintaining perfect order in your image library without extra steps.

reaConverter automatically moves original images to a custom location after conversion—saving time and keeping your folders organized.

reaConverter includes a wide range of features that help you save time while managing your conversions. One of the popular ones allows you to automatically move the original image files in a customized location after conversion, thus helping you keep your files in good order while skipping a series of steps that involve relocating the files manually.

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1. Open Images

Load all the images you intend to process and convert with reaConverter. You can add them one by one or add entire folders, either by browsing your computer or by using the drag-and-drop tool.

2. Move Original Files

Go to the Menu button and then press Saving settings

Here you will find the File options tab, where you can tick the Move original files. Other options included here involve replacing the original file with the converted one and setting a converted file date.

3. Save the Result

In case you don't want to apply any image editing (available options include Resizing, Cropping, Watermarking and many more) go straight to the saving options choose a location for your converted files.

Finally, click the Convert button and your newly converted images soon be done, while the original ones will be moved in your desired location.

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reaConverter allows you to automatically move the original image files in a customized location after conversion.

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Move files during conversion with command-line tool

You can move files after conversion using command-line interface, either manually or through automated scripts. reaConverter Pro includes a command-line tool called cons_rcp.exe — an advanced feature designed for professional use, available exclusively in the Pro edition.

Conversion example:

cons_rcp.exe -source_folder "C:\Path_to\input_folder\" -source_ext heic -dest_path "C:\Path_to\output_folder\" -dest_ext jpg -jpg_quality 100 -move_files 1 -move_files_folder "C:\processed\"

Manual

-move_files
  where value = 1 if you want to move successfully processed (source) files to a "Move_files_folder" and = 0 otherwise
-move_files_folder
  where value = path to image files you want to be moved
-move_unprocessed_files
  where value = 1 if you want to move unprocessed (source) files to a "Move_unprocessed_files_folder" and = 0 otherwise
-move_unprocessed_files_folder
  where value = path to unprocessed image files you want to be moved

You are welcome to contact our technical support when you have any questions about reaConverter.

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