Assuming you’ve collected and organized your memories, sharing them with your slideshow story editor shouldn’t be a hassle. The good news is that there are several ways to share files, each meeting people where they’re most comfortable.
Good: Texting
PROS
- Familiar to most mobile phone users
- Convenient as you can send whenever something comes to mind
CONS
- Can only send a few photos at a time
- Quality may be reduced
- May incur costs if phone is limited
If you have a mobile phone, you’ve probably texted a picture or two. If you’re new to sending more than one photo at a time, here’s a quick gallery guide to help you (and anyone else contributing). The sample images are from an iPhone, but the same principles apply to most mobile phones. Use the left and right arrows to move between steps.
First compose a message addressed to your story editors phone 
Tap the + button to choose what you want to share 
Select the type of item usually a photo 
Scroll through your camera roll to find the pictures youd like to send 
Tap the desired photos youll see a badge indicating theyre selected 
When youre done tap the Attach button in the upperright corner 
Once attached dont forget to tap Send
Better: Email
PROS
- Familiar to desktop computer users
- Can usually send many photos in a single email
CONS
- Quality may be reduced
- May count against your cloud storage limit
Some folks don’t use their phones for sharing pictures, or they may not have a phone at all. And while phones are convenient, they’re not ideal for sending large batches of photos — small screens can be clumsy and unforgiving.
Email is a great alternative, whether you’re using an app like Mail or Outlook or a web‑based service like Gmail. For best results:
- Send the highest‑quality attachments you can; bigger files usually mean better images
- Using Gmail? Consider storing photos on Google Drive for easier sharing (read more here)
Best: Cloud Storage (Dropbox, Google Docs, etc.)
PROS
- Highest quality
- Unlimited number of photos, files
- Doesn’t count against sender’s email storage
CONS
- Requires a little more comfort with computers
Nothing beats a direct copy for quality. If you and your contributors are comfortable taking a few extra steps, the results are worth it.
There are many cloud storage solutions, but they all work similarly. Whether you’re on a desktop computer or a mobile phone, most services are accessed through a web browser like Safari or Chrome. Your story editor will send you a link that walks contributors through a few simple steps, very similar to texting or emailing photos.
The link allows you to upload photos, movies, and other files without creating an account or downloading software. You can share this link with friends, family, coworkers, and anyone contributing to your wonderful person’s story.
Wildflower uses Dropbox, so the examples below reference that experience. But the process is similar across most cloud services.
Uploading From Your Desktop Computer
The following gallery walks you through the basic upload process on a desktop computer. Use the arrows to navigate the steps.
Click the Add files button 
Navigate to the folder containing the photos movies or files you want to share 
Click the items you want youll see a badge showing theyre queued 
With your items selected click Upload 
You may need to confirm by clicking Upload again 
Youll see the upload progress 
When complete youll see a confirmation screen you can add more files or reopen the link anytime
Uploading From Your Phone
There are a few subtle differences on mobile, but the process is still simple. Use the arrows to navigate the gallery.
The link from your story editor takes you to the upload page just tap add files to begin 
Choose the type of file you want to share usually a photo 
Scroll to find the images you want 
Tap photos to select them a badge will show theyre queued 
Tap the Share or Upload button shown here as a blue checkmark 
Dropbox will ask for your name and email so your story editor knows who sent the files 
Dropbox will show progress as the files upload 
When complete youll see a confirmation screen tap Upload more files or reopen the original link anytime
Conclusion
There isn’t a huge difference between texting, emailing, or using cloud‑sharing services to collaborate on storytelling. Each has its strengths and weaknesses, and the best choice is whatever works most comfortably for you and your contributors — and supports your slideshow storyteller in crafting something meaningful.
Related Journal Entries
- Reflections in Sound and Picture – Our lives leave traces in pictures, recordings, and the small moments we save. These reflections help Wildflower tell your wonderful person’s story, and gathering them can become a meaningful, even uplifting, part of remembering.
- Preparing Your Memories for Storytelling – A few small steps can turn your photos and recordings into a vivid, meaningful tribute. Discover how choosing the right moments, adding context, and sharing your vision helps your story editor craft a memorial that feels true, personal, and deeply resonant.
- Bringing Physical Memories Into the Digital World – You don’t need a scanner to preserve your physical memories. With just your phone, you can digitize scrapbook photos, framed images, and meaningful objects so your story editor can bring them to life in a vivid, heartfelt tribute.
Journal Photo by Stuart DeSpain, Wildflower Video
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