How to Properly Use Rocky to Identify Rocks, Crystals, and Minerals
Step 1: Prepare Your Specimen
Before taking a photo, clean your rock, crystal, or mineral to remove any dirt or debris. Ensure it’s dry and free of obstructions so that its details are clearly visible.
Step 2: Set Up a Well-Lit Environment
Lighting is key to capturing a clear image. Here’s how to optimize it:
• Use natural light when possible, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent glare.
• Indoors, position your specimen under a lamp or diffused lighting to eliminate shadows.
• Avoid dim or uneven lighting that may obscure details.
Step 3: Use a Plain Background
Place your specimen on a neutral, non-reflective background. A white, black, or gray surface works best to make the specimen’s features stand out.
Step 4: Take a Clear Photo
When capturing your photo:
• Hold your phone steady or use a tripod to avoid blurring.
• Use the camera’s focus feature by tapping on the specimen on your screen.
• Frame the rock, crystal, or mineral so that it fills most of the image, keeping edges visible.
If your specimen has intricate details, use your phone’s zoom feature to focus on specific areas.
Step 5: Upload and Identify
1. Open the Rocky app.
2. Select or upload the photo of your specimen.
3. Let Rocky process the image and provide detailed information powered by its advanced recognition tool.
In seconds, you’ll learn everything you need to know about your specimen.