Feature Thursday: Snap It, Tag It, Track It

Why Visual Updates Work Better in the Field

Let’s face it—text updates can only do so much. When you’re managing job sites, property units, or field crews, a photo says more than any paragraph ever could.

Still relying on camera roll dumps or email chains to track field work?

There’s a better way—and it’s built right into TaskTag.

With TaskTag, you can:

• Drop photos directly into chat
• Log visual updates into tasks or projects
• Keep everything searchable, timestamped, and report-ready

This feature helps your team work faster, communicate clearly, and document everything—without chasing down files.

Three Smart Ways to Attach Photos in TaskTag

1. Drop a Photo in Chat and Tag It with a Hashtag

Scenario:
Your HVAC technician replaces a rooftop unit and wants to document it.

They open TaskTag, go to the project chat, upload a photo, and type:

#AC-Unit-Repair ✅ done
Replaced capacitor – see attached photo.

Result:

• Everyone sees it in real time
• It’s linked to the #AC-Unit-Repair tag
• You just created a searchable visual update—without leaving chat

Use cases:

• Before/after documentation
• Proof of work
• Quick field updates

2. Use Location-Based Tags for Fast Visual Logs (Even Without a Task)

Scenario:
There’s a small leak spotted on the south corner of the roof. No task has been created yet.

Instead, your field tech uploads a photo in chat and writes:

#Roof-South – small leak patched. See photo.

Result:

• The issue is visually documented
• It’s geo-tagged with a location keyword
• You can follow up later, or create a formal task from it

Use cases:

• Walkthroughs and inspections
• Tracking recurring location-based issues
• Multi-site project observations

3. Attach Photos via “+ New Update” in a Task or Project

Scenario:
You're logging final inspection documentation for a project.

Inside the task (e.g., “HVAC Inspection – Nov 2025”), you:

• Click + New Update
• Write a note: “Final install complete – filter replaced”
• Attach your photos
• Save the update

Result:

• The photo is stored in the task history
• It’s timestamped and report-ready
• It looks great in client-facing reports or audits

Use cases:

• Safety inspections
• QA/QC walkthroughs
• End-of-day job site summaries
• Compliance and audit documentation

Real-World Feedback from the Field

Emily – Property Manager

“I used to chase my techs for photos. Now, they just drop them in chat with #Unit303. I grab them anytime for reports. Game-changer.”

Luis – Construction Site Lead

“We log every milestone with + New Update. End of day, I’ve got a full visual record—no extra steps.”

Pro Tip: Combine Hashtags + Updates for Maximum Clarity

Want every field photo to be searchable, filterable, and reportable?

Use both:

• Chat + Hashtags for real-time updates
• + New Update for structured documentation

This creates a visual memory for your team, so no one loses context—and you stop guessing what happened on-site.

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Why This Feature Matters

TL;DR: What You Can Do with TaskTag Photo Features

• ✅ Share photos in real time
• ✅ Keep visuals tied to tasks and projects
• ✅ Avoid miscommunication
• ✅ Build a searchable jobsite photo log
• ✅ Create report-ready documentation
• ✅ Cut the chaos and boost clarity

Try It Today

Here’s how to start using photo updates in TaskTag right now:

1. Open any Task or Project
2. Click + New Update
3. Add a note and attach a photo
4. In chat, reference it with a hashtag like #Unit303
5. Watch your team communicate faster—with fewer follow-ups

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