Metadata Sets
A Metadata Set allows the administrator to customize metadata options for multiple assets. Metadata Sets are managed in the Administration area.
To create a new Metadata Set:
- In the Administration area, select Metadata Sets from the left navigation bar.
- Navigate to your desired Container, or create a new container to hold the metadata set.
- Click New Metadata Set.
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Under the General pane:
Name - It is often useful to name metadata sets according to the type of asset that will be used.
Parent Container - This value will default to the current container, but can be changed by clicking the chooser icon. -
Under the Wired Fields pane:
You will see a list of metadata fields that are standard for every asset. The Visibility column allows you to determine whether a field is shown in the metadata pane, completely hidden, or shown inline with content in the content pane. Checking the Required box will force users to enter a value for that field before allowing them to submit assets. -
Under the Dynamic Fields pane:
The dynamic fields allow you to add custom metadata fields. Click on Add Text, Radio, or Dropdown, and enter a Name for the new field. Other options can be selected as normal. If you create a Radio or Dropdown Field, you will also be prompted to enter the appropriate Configuration for options. If you create more than one dynamic field, you may enter a listing order for each field. - Click Submit to save your new Metadata Set.
To attach a Metadata Set to an asset:
- In the Home area, select the desired asset and click the Edit tab.
- On the Metadata pane, under Custom Metadata, click the chooser icon and select the desired metadata set.
- Click Submit to record the metadata set assignment. You may then go back into the Edit tab and edit metadata values as desired.