Overview
The Media Library is your centralized hub for managing all media assets in VideoDraft. Store, organize, and access your images, videos, audio files, and AI-generated content from one convenient location.All your uploaded files and AI-generated assets are automatically saved to your Media Library for easy reuse across projects.
Media Types
Supported Formats
- Images
- Videos
- Audio
- Documents
- JPG/JPEG - Photos and general images
- PNG - Images with transparency
- WebP - Modern web format
- GIF - Animated images
- SVG - Vector graphics
- Max size: 50MB per file
Library Organization
Asset Categories
Uploaded Media
Files you’ve uploaded directly:
- Stock footage
- Brand assets
- Reference materials
- Custom content
AI Generated
Content created in VideoDraft:
- Generated images
- AI videos
- Synthesized audio
- Processed content
Stock Media
Licensed content:
- Stock photos
- Stock videos
- Music tracks
- Sound effects
Project Assets
Project-specific media:
- Exported videos
- Scene captures
- Working files
- Drafts
Organization Features
Folders & Collections- Create custom folders
- Organize by project
- Group by type
- Share collections
- Auto-tags for AI content
- Custom tags
- Smart search
- Filter by tags
- Creation date
- Source (uploaded/generated)
- Usage history
- File details
Uploading Media
Upload Methods
1
Drag and Drop
Simply drag files from your computer into the Media Library
2
Browse and Select
Click “Upload” and select files from your file system
3
Bulk Upload
Select multiple files or entire folders for batch upload
4
URL Import
Import media directly from URLs (coming soon)
Upload Best Practices
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File Naming
- Use descriptive names
- Include version numbers
- Avoid special characters
- Be consistent
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Quality Guidelines
- Images: 1920x1080 minimum
- Videos: 720p minimum
- Audio: 128kbps minimum
- Maintain aspect ratios
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Organization on Upload
- Select appropriate folder
- Add relevant tags
- Include descriptions
- Set usage rights
Using Media in Projects
Quick Actions
Add to Current Project
Add to Current Project
- Click media thumbnail
- Select “Add to Project”
- Choose scene/position
- Confirm placement
Replace Scene Media
Replace Scene Media
- Right-click scene
- Choose “Replace Media”
- Select from library
- Preview and confirm
Create New Project
Create New Project
- Select media items
- Click “Create Project”
- Choose workflow
- Start with selected media
Download Original
Download Original
- Select media
- Click download icon
- Choose quality
- Save to device
Search and Filter
Search Options:- Text search (filename, tags, description)
- Visual similarity search (AI-powered)
- Date range filters
- Size and duration filters
- Media type
- Source (uploaded/generated)
- Project association
- Usage status
- Tags and folders
AI-Generated Content Management
Generation History
All AI-generated content includes:- Original prompt
- Model used
- Generation settings
- Creation date
- Credits consumed
Variations and Versions
- Keep all variations
- Compare versions
- Track iterations
- Revert changes
Regeneration
From any AI-generated asset:- View original prompt
- Modify parameters
- Regenerate with same/different model
- Save as new version
Stock Media Integration
Available Stock Libraries
- Standard Stock
Included with all plans:
- Basic stock photos
- Simple graphics
- Generic videos
- Common sound effects
Stock Media Usage
- Automatic licensing
- Usage tracking
- Attribution handling
- Commercial rights included
Advanced Features
Smart Collections
AI-powered organization:- Auto-group similar content
- Theme detection
- Style matching
- Project suggestions
Batch Operations
Batch Edit
- Rename multiple files
- Apply tags in bulk
- Move between folders
- Update metadata
Batch Process
- Resize images
- Convert formats
- Extract frames
- Generate thumbnails
Integration Features
Project Templates- Save media sets as templates
- Quick project starts
- Consistent asset groups
- Share with team
- Connect Google Drive
- Sync with Dropbox
- Import from cloud
- Backup options
Storage and Limits
Storage Allocation
| Plan | Storage | File Size Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | 10 GB | 50 MB |
| Pro | 50 GB | 100 MB |
| Visionary | 200 GB | 500 MB |
| Studio | 1 TB | 1 GB |
Storage Management
Optimization Tips:- Delete unused assets
- Compress large files
- Use cloud links for huge files
- Archive completed projects
- Duplicate detection
- Unused asset alerts
- Compression suggestions
- Archive recommendations
Best Practices
1. Regular Maintenance
- Clean up weekly
- Remove duplicates
- Archive old projects
- Update tags
2. Consistent Naming
- Project_Type_Version
- Date_Client_Asset
- Clear descriptions
- Avoid generic names
3. Effective Tagging
- Use standard tags
- Be specific
- Tag immediately
- Review periodically
4. Rights Management
- Track licenses
- Note restrictions
- Credit requirements
- Usage permissions
Collaboration Features
Sharing Options
- Team Access
- Client Sharing
- Shared folders
- Permission levels
- Activity tracking
- Version control
Collaboration Tools
- Comments on assets
- Approval workflows
- Change notifications
- Activity logs
Tips and Tricks
Quick Preview
Hover over thumbnails for instant preview with playback controls
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Space: Preview
- T: Add tag
- Delete: Remove
- Cmd/Ctrl+A: Select all
Smart Search
Use quotes for exact matches and minus for exclusions
Bulk Select
Click and drag to select multiple items or use Shift+Click
Troubleshooting
-
Upload Failed
- Check file size limits
- Verify file format
- Check internet connection
- Try smaller batches
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Media Not Showing
- Refresh browser
- Clear cache
- Check filters
- Verify upload completed
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Playback Issues
- Update browser
- Check file compatibility
- Try different format
- Download and re-upload
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Search Not Working
- Rebuild search index
- Check spelling
- Use simpler terms
- Clear filters
Future Features
Coming to Media Library:- AI auto-tagging
- Face recognition
- Scene detection
- Advanced editing tools
- Mobile app access
Next Steps
- Open Media Library - Start organizing
- Upload Guide - Best practices
- Storage Tips - Maximize space