Checklist Step 1: Name the Object Precisely
Use the exact object name first. If it is a “ceramic mug,” do not lead with “cup.” Then add attributes like material, color, and style in a consistent order to improve search accuracy.
Checklist Step 2: Add Isolation Signals Carefully
Use isolated, cutout, transparent, or no background only if the asset truly qualifies. These terms are heavily searched and reviewed, so accuracy matters.
Checklist Step 3: Add Angle and Orientation
For products and UI-ready elements, add angle cues such as top view, front view, or side view. Orientation helps buyers searching for mockup-ready assets.
Checklist Step 4: Describe the Use Case
Add use-case terms such as mockup, menu design, packaging, or ad design when relevant. These are often the buyer queries that convert.
Checklist Step 5: Follow Platform Formatting
Some marketplaces require English, descriptive titles of at least five words and reject keyword lists. Shutterstock requires 7–50 keywords. Keep everything factual, relevant, and free of repeated words.
Apply the Checklist in StockTag
Create a reusable template in Metadata Studio that enforces this order. Use batch mode for speed, then audit the first keyword cluster. For bulk submissions, export platform-ready CSVs from the Export panel.
