Project Cover Images
How automatic cover images work in Vortyk. Visual identification for your project list.
Last updated: April 18, 2026
How it works
When you upload photos to a project's first survey, Vortyk uses the first photo as the project's cover image. This thumbnail appears in your project list alongside the project name, location, and status.
Why cover images help
When you have many projects, names alone can blend together. A visual thumbnail gives you instant recognition. You can spot the right project at a glance without reading every name.
This is especially useful for:
- Inspectors with many similar projects. A photo of the building exterior helps distinguish "123 Main St" from "125 Main St."
- Teams sharing a workspace. Team members can quickly identify projects by visual context.
- Returning to older projects. A photo jogs your memory faster than a name.
What displays if there are no photos
If a project has no surveys or no photos yet, Vortyk shows a default placeholder image. The placeholder is replaced automatically as soon as you upload your first photo.
Updating the cover image
The cover image updates automatically based on the first photo in the project's first survey. To change it, reorder or replace the first photo in your earliest survey.