Managing Your Media Files

• Access Media Library:
  • Log in to WordPress:
    • Go to your WordPress dashboard.
  • Navigate to Media Library:
    • Click on “Media” in the left sidebar, then select “Library.”

• Upload New Files:
  • Click Add New:
    • In the Media Library, click the “Add New” button.
  • Drag and Drop or Select Files:
    • Drag files directly into the upload area or click “Select Files” to choose files from your computer. Supported formats include images, videos, and documents.
• Verify Upload:
  • Check Library:
    • Ensure that your files appear in the Media Library after the upload is complete.

How to Edit Media Files

• Open Media File:
  • Go to Media Library:
    • Access the Media Library by clicking on “Media” in the dashboard.

• Select File:
  • Click on the file you want to edit to open the Attachment Details view.

• Edit File Information:
  • Update Details:
    • In the Attachment Details view, you can update the title, caption, alt text, and description fields as needed.
• Edit Image:
  • Click Edit Image:
    • For image files, click the “Edit Image” button to crop, rotate, or scale the image.
  • Apply Changes:
    • Make the necessary adjustments and click “Save” to apply changes.

How to Delete Media Files

• Open Media Library:
  • Access Library:
    • Go to the Media Library in your WordPress dashboard.
• Select Media to Delete:
  • Choose File:
    • Click on the file you wish to delete to open the Attachment Details view.
• Delete File:
  • Click Delete Permanently:
    • In the Attachment Details view, click the “Delete Permanently” link to remove the file from your Media Library.
• Confirm Deletion:
  • Confirm Action:
    • Confirm the deletion if prompted to ensure the file is permanently removed.

How to Manage Media Library

• Organize Files:
  • Use Folders or Categories:
    • Some plugins offer folder or category options for better organization of media files.
• Search and Filter:
  • Search Files:
    • Use the search bar to find specific files. Filter by date, type, or other criteria to locate files quickly.
• Bulk Actions:
  • Perform Bulk Operations:
    • Use the bulk actions dropdown to delete or edit multiple files at once.