Next to each preview, you’ll see the directory from which the images are being imported. If you’re not seeing any previews, make sure your camera is turned on and has enough battery power to complete the import process. In the “import from camera” window, you’ll see a preview of all the images available for import. Either way, if you want to import from a media card, then you’ll have to import directly from the camera. Note: Once upon a time, there was a button labeled “scan for devices.” Either the developers forgot to include it in the recent version, or they got rid of it. Once connected, darktable will auto-detect it and will display a button labeled “import from camera.” Click on it! The other button, “tethered shoot,” is used when you want images to auto-import as you shoot. Also, make sure your camera is connected to your computer. In the top left of the darktable interface, click on “import” to expand the module. Make sure you’re in the Lighttable view (L) to access the import panel.

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