Adding Files to a Collection Folder

Adding files to a collection folder in Amplifi is a straightforward process that allows you to organize your digital assets efficiently. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to upload files directly to a collection folder and explain how to organize them within Amplifi.

Uploading New Files to the Collection Folder Details Page:

Navigate to the Collection Folder: Start by searching and selecting the collection folder where you want to add your files. This will take you to the collection folder details page.
Click on the "Add" Button: On the collection folder details page, locate the "Add" button. Clicking on this button will open the upload menu.
Upload New Files: To upload new files, click on the "Upload New" option in the upload menu. This will open a window where you can drag and drop files or select them from your computer.
Set Folder Tags: The folder tags section will automatically be filled out with the name of the collection folder. You can leave this as is or modify it according to your preferences.
Complete the Upload: Once you've selected your files, click "Next" to proceed. “Drag and Drop” your files into the designated box, or click on it to browse for your files. Follow the prompts to complete the upload process.

Adding Existing Files to the Collection Folder:

From the Collection Folder Details Page: On the collection folder details page, click on the "Add Existing" button.
Search for Files: Use the search functionality to find the files you want to add to the collection folder. You can search by file name, type, or any other relevant criteria.
Select Files: Once you've found the files you want to add, select them by clicking on the tiles. You can select multiple files at once.
Add to Folder: After selecting the files, click on the "Add to Folder" button to add them to the collection folder.

Uploading Files from Anywhere in Amplifi:

Click on the "Upload" Button: The "Upload" button is on the menu at the top of the screen, and is available from anywhere in Amplifi. Click on this button to open the upload menu.
Fill Out Folder Tags: If you're uploading files from outside the collection folder details page, you'll need to manually fill out the folder tags section.
Complete the Upload: Follow the same steps as described earlier to complete the upload process.

Organizing Uploaded Files:

After uploading your files, they will be sorted into different tabs based on their file types:

Images: Supports file types .JPEG, .PNG, .tif, and .webp.
Videos: Holds file types such as .MP4, .MOV, or .WebM.
Documents: Contains .PDF or .docx.
Miscellaneous: A catch-all for other file types such as .xcel, .csv, .pptx, .ai, .step, .stp, .x_t, .stl, and .vtt formats.