NEW: Host and manage charity events in one place, with AI-powered auction tools.

How to Upload Images to Auction Items

TL;DR

Learn how to quickly add, organize, and manage photos for your auction items from a computer or mobile device.

Adding great photos to your auction items is one of the best ways to increase bidder interest and final sale prices.

CharityAuctions makes uploading and managing images fast and easy.

Where to Add Item Images

All item images are managed directly from the Item Catalog.

To upload images:

  1. Log into your CharityAuctions account.
  2. Open your auction dashboard.
  3. In the left navigation menu, click Item Management.
  4. Select Item Catalog.
  5. Open the item you want to edit or create a new item.

From the item edit screen, you can add and manage all photos for that item.

Uploading Images by Drag and Drop

When adding or editing an item:

  • You can drag and drop image files directly onto the upload area
  • Up to 10 images can be added to each item
  • All common image file types are accepted

This makes it simple to upload multiple photos in just seconds.

Organizing Your Images

After images are uploaded, you have full control over how they appear.

You can:

  • Rotate images to fix orientation
  • Reorder images by dragging them into the desired order
  • Choose which photo appears first

These tools help you present your items in the most attractive way possible.

Uploading Photos From Your Phone

One of the fastest ways to add images is by using your mobile device.

Simply:

  1. Log into your CharityAuctions account from your phone
  2. Open the item you want to edit
  3. Use your phone to take a picture
  4. Upload it directly to the item

This allows you to photograph and upload items instantly without transferring files to a computer.

Many users find this to be the quickest and easiest way to build their auction catalog.

Tips for Best Results

To make your items stand out:

  • Use clear, well-lit photos
  • Show items from multiple angles
  • Avoid blurry or low-resolution images
  • Add up to 10 photos for high-value items

Great images lead to more bids and higher final prices.


Frequently Asked Questions

What image formats are supported?
All standard image file types are accepted.

How many images can I add per item?
You can upload up to 10 images for each auction item.

Can I change the order of photos?
Yes. Simply drag and drop images into the order you prefer.

Can I rotate images after uploading?
Yes. Images can be rotated directly from the item edit screen.

Can I upload photos from my phone?
Absolutely. You can log in on your phone, take pictures, and upload them instantly.


If you need help uploading images or optimizing your item photos, CharityAuctions support is always available to assist.

💡 Try this in ChatGPT

  • Summarize the article "How to Upload Images to Auction Items" from https://blog.charityauctions.com/how-to-upload-images-to-auction-items/ in 3 bullet points for a board update.
  • Turn the article "How to Upload Images to Auction Items" (https://blog.charityauctions.com/how-to-upload-images-to-auction-items/) into a 60-second talking script with one example and one CTA.
  • Extract 5 SEO keywords and 3 internal link ideas from "How to Upload Images to Auction Items": https://blog.charityauctions.com/how-to-upload-images-to-auction-items/.
  • Create 3 tweet ideas and a LinkedIn post that expand on this kb-items topic using the article at https://blog.charityauctions.com/how-to-upload-images-to-auction-items/.

Tip: Paste the whole prompt (with the URL) so the AI can fetch context.