Uploading Cards
Learn how to upload card images individually using drag-and-drop, the file browser, or your phone camera.
Overview
Uploading cards is the first step in the RocketVault workflow. Once uploaded, RocketAI automatically identifies each card, extracts all metadata, and assigns pricing — typically in under 30 seconds.
Before You Upload
Best Results
For the most accurate identification, photograph both the front and back of each card. Use good lighting and a contrasting background (dark cards on a light surface, light cards on a dark surface).
Image Pairing Convention
RocketVault automatically pairs front and back images using filename suffixes that you define in your Settings:
- Front suffix — defaults to
_F(e.g.,card001_F.jpg) - Back suffix — defaults to
_B(e.g.,card001_B.jpg) - Separator — the character that separates the base name from the suffix
You can change these conventions at any time under Settings → Image Pairing. For example, you could use -front / -back, or any pattern that matches your scanner's output.
If your files don't follow any naming convention, you can always manually pair images after upload.
Uploading on Desktop
Go to the Upload Page
Click Upload in the left sidebar, or use the Upload Cards quick action on your Dashboard.
Drag and Drop
Drag your card image files directly into the upload zone. You'll see a highlighted drop area with the message "Drag files here." You can drop multiple files at once.
Alternatively: Click the upload zone to open your file browser and select images manually.
Watch Processing
After uploading, you'll see a progress indicator for each card. RocketAI analyzes the images and extracts:
- Player name
- Card year and set
- Card number
- Parallel/variant information
- Team
- And more
Review Results
Once processing completes, cards appear in your inventory. Cards that RocketAI couldn't fully identify are sent to the Needs Review queue for manual verification.
Uploading on Mobile
On mobile, the Upload page shows three modes to add cards:
- Single Card — Capture one card's front and back photos
- Multi-Card Scan — Batch capture multiple cards in sequence (recommended for 2+ cards)
- Files — Choose images from your photo gallery
Single Card Mode
Tap Single Card
On the Upload page, tap Single Card to enter camera capture mode for a single card.
Capture Front & Back
Point your camera at the card front and tap to capture. The app auto-advances to the back. Capture the back side.
Review & Upload
Preview your photos, swap or retake if needed, then tap Upload to send for processing.
Multi-Card Scan Mode
For scanning multiple cards at once, use Multi-Card Scan. This is the fastest way to digitize your collection on mobile.
Tap Multi-Card Scan
On the Upload page, tap Multi-Card Scan to enter batch capture mode.
Capture All Cards
Take photos in order: Card 1 Front, Card 1 Back, Card 2 Front, Card 2 Back, and so on. A thumbnail strip at the bottom shows your captured photos. You can capture up to 20 photos (10 cards) per batch.
Review & Pair
Tap Review & Pair when done. The app automatically pairs photos as front/back by capture order. Review the pairs — tap any card to swap front/back, retake a photo, or remove it.
Process All
Tap Process to upload all cards at once. RocketAI identifies each card and adds them to your inventory.
Pro Tip: Multi-Card Scan
For best results, lay out your cards in a row. Photograph each card's front, then flip them all and photograph each back in the same order. This ensures accurate auto-pairing.
Supported File Formats
| Format | Supported |
|---|---|
| JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) | ✅ Yes |
| PNG (.png) | ✅ Yes |
| WebP (.webp) | ✅ Yes |
| HEIC (.heic) | ✅ Yes (iPhone photos) |
| GIF | ❌ No |
| ❌ No |
Common Mistakes
Avoid These
- Blurry photos — RocketAI needs to read the text on the card. Hold steady or use a flat surface.
- Glare/reflections — Avoid direct overhead lighting on glossy cards. Angle slightly to reduce glare.
- Multiple cards in one photo — Upload one card per image (front and back separately).
- Very low resolution — Use at least 800×600 pixels for best results.
Troubleshooting
Card shows as "Processing" Processing typically takes 10–30 seconds. If a card is stuck, try refreshing the page. If it persists beyond a few minutes, the card may need to be re-uploaded.
Wrong card identification If RocketAI misidentified a card, go to the card detail page and click Edit to correct the information. You can also send it to Needs Review for re-examination.
Missing back image You can add a back image at any time from the card detail page by clicking Swap/Add Image.
Related Guides
Bulk Uploading (ZIP Files)
Upload hundreds of cards at once using ZIP files. Ideal for dealers and high-volume sellers.
Multi-Card Capture
Batch scan multiple cards from your phone camera. Take all your photos, then review and process them in one go.
AI Card Identification
How RocketAI automatically identifies your cards, extracts metadata, and detects parallels and variants.
Inventory Management
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