Image tool
Process, resize, and optimize photos in your workflows
Resize product images, generate thumbnails, and optimize photos for email or storage. No external image service or per-image fees.
Popular solutions using Image tool
Real-world automation scenarios
Product image thumbnails
When product is added, resize main image to thumbnail. Store in Data or push to another system via API.
Email-optimized images
Resize and compress images before embedding in transactional emails. Faster load, smaller payload.
Form upload processing
User uploads image via Form. Resize, optimize, store URL in Data or push to storage/API.
FTP-ready exports
Generate optimized images for partner feeds or FTP upload. Resize to spec, convert format, upload via FTP.
Batch image processing
Loop over product images, resize each, and update records or send to storage. Combine with Loop and API.
Multi-size variants
Create several sizes from one source (thumbnail, medium, large). Use Paths or Loop for multiple outputs.
Getting started with Image tool
Add an Image step
Insert Image where you need to process a photo. Provide image URL from workflow data (e.g., product image).
Configure resize or optimize
Set dimensions, crop, format, or compression. Use variables for dynamic sizing.
Use the output
Reference the processed image URL in later steps—Email, API, Data, or FTP.
Building is better together
Why choose MESA's Image tool?
| MESA Image | Zapier | Make | Cloudinary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Included in price | ✓ | Extra | Extra | Separate plan |
| Resize & crop | ✓ | Limited | Limited | ✓ |
| Format conversion | ✓ | Limited | Limited | ✓ |
| No per-image fees | ✓ | Per task | Per op | Varies |
| Workflow-native | ✓ | Per Zap | Per scenario | API only |
| Cost | FREE | Per task | Per op | Dev + infra |
Unlike other platforms, MESA's Image tool is included free with every plan.
Common questions
What image formats are supported?
Can I resize from a URL?
Does it work with product images from Shopify?
Where can I learn more?
Start using the MESA Image tool today
Included free in all MESA plans
Need help processing images in workflows? Our team will help you set up your first image automation. Contact us →
