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title: Media Settings
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createdAt: 2025-03-03T19:33:55.269Z
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## 1. Introduction

The **Media Settings** in the **Storagely Dashboard** allow facility operators to upload, manage, and organize media files such as images and videos for use across their website. These media assets can be applied to various sections, including **hero images, facility photos, promotions, and custom pages**.

## 2. Navigating to Media Settings

To access the **Media Settings**:

1. Log in to your **Storagely Dashboard**.
2. In the **left sidebar menu**, click on **Storage Website**.

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3. Select **Media** from the available options.

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## 3. Understanding the Media Settings Interface

### A. Uploading Media Files

1. Click the **“Upload”** button in the top right corner.

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2. A file uploader will appear with the option to **drag and drop a file** or **click to browse your device**.

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3. Select the image or video file you want to upload.
4. Click **“Upload”** to add the file to your media library.

**Supported File Formats:**

- **Images:** JPG, PNG, WebP
- **Videos:** MP4 (file size limits may apply)

### B. Searching & Filtering Media Files

- Use the **Search Bar** to quickly locate a specific file.
- Click the **Filter Icon** to sort files by type, date, or size.



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### C. Managing Uploaded Media

- **Rename files** for better organization.
- **Delete unwanted files** to keep storage clean.
- **Replace existing images** in active pages or sections.

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## 4. How to Upload and Manage Media

### Step 1: Upload a Media File

1. Click the **“Upload”** button.
2. Drag and drop the file into the upload area or click to select a file from your device.
3. Click **“Upload”** to add the file to the media library.

### Step 2: Search & Filter Media

1. Use the **Search Bar** to find a specific file by name.
2. Apply **filters** to sort files by type, date, or size.

### Step 3: Delete a Media File

1. Locate the file in your media library.
2. Click the **Delete** icon.
3. Confirm deletion (this action cannot be undone).

### Step 4: Replace an Existing Media File

1. Locate the file in use on a page or section.
2. Click the **Replace** button.
3. Select and upload a new file.

## 5. Best Practices for Media Management

✅ **Use high-quality images** for a professional look.
✅ **Optimize file sizes** to ensure fast website loading times.
✅ **Organize media files by naming them clearly** (e.g., “facility-hero-image.jpg”).
✅ **Delete old and unused files** to maintain a clean media library.

## 6. FAQs & Troubleshooting

**Q1: What file types are supported?**
A: Storagely supports **JPG, PNG, WebP for images** and **MP4 for videos**.

**Q2: How do I delete an image from my media library?**
A: Locate the file, click the **Delete** button, and confirm deletion.

**Q3: Can I replace an existing image without re-uploading it?**
A: Yes! Click **Replace** and select a new file to overwrite the existing one.

**Q4: What should I do if my upload fails?**
A: Ensure the file is in the correct format and does not exceed the size limit.

**Q5: How do I organize my media files?**
A: Use the **Search Bar** and **Filters** to categorize and find media files easily.

*As always, if you have any questions during this process, our Customer Success Team is here to help. The best way to reach us is by submitting a support ticket.*

**[Submit a Ticket](https://d1s7s.share.hsforms.com/297GkKIsiTSmDgSKUYT9s2g)**