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1. Re: CS4 Bridge - Backup & Restore Keywords, Labels, Ratings
Curt Y Apr 10, 2010 7:29 PM (in response to brian-j)brian-j wrote:
I need to reformat my hard drive. I've got lots of keywords, labels, and ratings assigned to images and want to make sure I don't lose them.
All of this is either embeded on the image or stored in the XMP file. The only problem I can see is if you used some program other than Bridge to move the files to the external dirve and the XMP file did not travel with it.
Not all files have xmp files as it depends on what info you have added. Most ACR edits are on xmp file. This is a hidden file so you have to turn it on in in Windows Ellplorer, or in Bridge/view. Go to the external drive and see if they are there, or at least the ones that show on the internal drive.
Before you format the HD disk be sure to deactivate Photoshop, then reactiveate when you re-install. Save any actions or custom fonts.

