IIIF integration

The International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) is a powerful standard for sharing, presenting, and analyzing high-resolution digital images. Collection Pro leverages IIIF to enhance image accessibility, interoperability, and customization, making it an ideal platform for institutions managing digital collections.

IIIF Support

• Collection Pro supports the IIIF Presentation API 3.0.
• IIIF manifests are generated automatically, based on the requested mask.
• It is recommended to use the requiredStatement field to include copyright and general information about your database.

Introduction to IIIF Integration in Collection Pro

Collection Pro seamlessly supports the International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF), enabling users to create and share deep links to images in a standardized format compatible with any IIIF-compliant viewer. Its robust configuration options allow institutions to tailor IIIF integration to their specific needs, enhancing both image sharing and accessibility.

Key Features

🔧 Preconfigured IIIF Access

• No separate IIIF server installation is required.
• Basic configuration and rights management are sufficient to activate IIIF features.

🔗 Deep Link Generation

• Manifest File Creation: Users can export a manifest.json file, allowing images and metadata to be displayed in IIIF viewers.
• Built-in Mirador Viewer Integration: Collection Pro includes an option to open IIIF manifests directly in the online Mirador viewer.

🌐 Custom IIIF Viewer Support

• Administrators can embed external IIIF viewers (e.g., Universal Viewer) by adding configurable HTML or URL links.
• This enables sharing of tailored viewers or HTML code for external use.

⚙️ Flexible Configuration

• Default IIIF links can be hidden.
• Custom options can be added, giving institutions full control over the sharing experience.

These features empower institutions such as libraries, archives, and museums to optimize their workflows for IIIF compatibility and customization.

Core Functions of a IIIF Server

🖼️ Image Delivery in Various Resolutions

• Dynamically delivers images in different sizes, crops, and resolutions.
• Eliminates the need to store multiple versions of the same image.
• Supports deep zooming into image details without loading the full-resolution file.

🔄 Interoperability

• Images can be integrated into any IIIF-compatible application or viewer.
• Enables unified viewing, comparison, and analysis of images from multiple sources.

📝 Metadata Enrichment

• Supports embedding metadata alongside images.
• Provides essential context such as image content, copyright, and descriptive information.

✍️ Annotation Support

• Allows users to annotate images.
• Supports a range of use cases from simple notes to complex scholarly commentary.

Applications of IIIF

• 📚 Digital Libraries & Archives: Share high-resolution scans of books, manuscripts, and documents for research and public access.
• 🖼️ Museums & Art Galleries: Offer detailed exploration of digitized artworks for an immersive viewer experience.
• 🏫 Education: Turn historical documents and teaching materials into interactive learning resources.

Conclusion

Collection Pro’s integration with IIIF, combined with the capabilities of a IIIF server, provides a powerful and flexible solution for managing and presenting digital images. Together, they enhance accessibility, interoperability, and customization, making them indispensable tools for cultural, educational, and research institutions.