We’re thrilled to roll out several updates designed to elevate your experience with Media Storage. These upgrades include better display options, expanded file type support, easier file downloads, and an overall cleaner and more consistent user interface. With these new features, Media Storage is more powerful and flexible, helping you manage your files more effectively.
Key Updates:
Enhanced File Display
- Revamped Grid Layout: Enjoy a redesigned grid that makes it easier to browse through your files in an organized and visually appealing way.
- Permanent Filename Visibility: No more hovering to see file names—filenames are now always visible with a gradient background for improved readability.
- Quick File Details: You can now view important file information such as the name, last modified date, and size just by hovering over the file.
- Streamlined Menu Access: The three-dot menu has been relocated to the top right corner of each file for quicker access and a cleaner look.
Improved Folder Display
- Better Folder Visibility: Folders now have a distinct background color, making them easier to distinguish and enhancing the overall user interface.
- Expanded Folder Management Options: Folders also feature a three-dot menu for more efficient management, including options to rename, delete, or access links.
Download Capabilities
- Direct File Downloads: You can now download any file directly from Media Storage, making it easier to access your media files locally and outside of the platform.
Image Preview
- Detailed Image Previews: Clicking on any image will open a detailed preview, displaying key information like the file size, dimensions, and publication date.
- Quick Access Actions: From the preview, you can easily download the image or copy its link, allowing for faster sharing and distribution.
Uniform File Representation
- Consistent File Icons: Static images are now used for different file types, ensuring that your media storage maintains a uniform and professional appearance.
Expanded File Support
- Increased File Type Compatibility: Media Storage now supports a wider variety of file formats, giving you more flexibility in managing diverse types of content.
How to Use the New Features:
- View Files: Navigate through Media Storage’s new grid layout to explore your files. Hover over them to view important details such as the last modified date or file size.
- Access Management Options: Click on the three-dot menu on any file or folder to manage actions like renaming, deleting, or getting the link.
- Preview and Download: Click on an image for a full preview and to access options such as downloading the file or copying the link.
Coming Soon:
- Multi-File Selection: Soon, you will be able to select multiple files simultaneously for bulk actions and faster management.
- Aspect Ratio Visibility: The grid layout will soon allow you to quickly identify whether images are portrait, landscape, or square at a glance.
- Google Drive Integration: We are working on integrating Media Storage with Google Drive and other media providers, making it easier to connect and sync your files.
- Universal Media Storage: Media Storage will soon be available across more areas of the platform, including memberships and contact management.
Brianna Johns
Hi, I’m Brianna! As the Digital Architect at First Direct, I specialize in media buying, analytics, and optimizing campaigns to ensure they resonate and deliver results. I also manage FirstDirect360, acting as the wizard behind the curtain to enhance the platform's impact. My passion lies in precision, innovation, and driving success through continuous improvement.