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General
▶ Q.
▼ Q.
How do I add a file to my library?
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Access the green 'Upload Media' button under the 'Media' tab. Upon selection, choose a file(s) to upload. The file will appear in your library along with a green progress bar. The progress bar will indicate the state of your upload. Once the file is uploaded it will begin to process.
▶ Q.
▼ Q.
What are the basic metadata fields associated with a file and what are they for?
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The following metadata is associated with each file:
- Title - The title used when displaying the media
- Genre - The genre used to describe the category of the media
- Tags - A list of descriptive terms that are associated with the media
- Description - The description used when displaying the media
- Bitrates - The list of bitrates available for the media
- Duration - The play length of the media
- Date Uploaded - The date the media was originally uploaded
- Original Name - The original name of the uploaded source file
- Thumbnail - The image used to represent the media
▶ Q.
▼ Q.
How do I preview a video?
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In the Media tab, highlight the desired video. Select the play button in the upper right corner of the application. A preview player will launch and play.
Viewing
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▼ Q.
What views are available?
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Your media can be viewed in two ways:
- Thumbnail View - Media are displayed as thumbnails
- Details View (default) - Media are displayed as metadata
Sorting and Searching
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▼ Q.
How can I quickly search for media?
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Select the searchbox, located in the top right corner of the media section. Type a word or phrase. The media will dynamically filter as you type. You can limit your search to particular metadata by selecting the checkboxes located below the 'Upload Media' button.