Files
The Files module helps you store and organize media used in your online store. You can create folders, upload files, sort and manage existing files, and organize gallery images using photosets.
Manage Files
To view and manage your files:
- Navigate to Online Store module in the left sidebar.
- Select Files. The files and folders are displayed in the Files tab.
By default, files are listed under Document Root in the Files tab. You can add a folder to organize your files, upload files, and manage existing files. You can also sort the files and move them to trash.
Add a Folder
You can create folders to organize your files.
- Click Add Folder in the top right corner. The New Directory dialog box appears.
- Enter the folder name in the Directory Name field.
- Click Save to create the folder. The new folder is added under Document Root.
- To create a subfolder, open the required folder and click Add Folder and provide a Directory Name. The new folder is added under the selected folder.
Upload Files
You can upload files directly to the current location. The files can be uploaded in two ways: by selecting files from your device without optimization or by importing images from external sources using Image Library.
- Click Upload in the top right. Select the required file from your device. The files will be added to the current folder.
Upload Files without Optimization
You can upload images without optimization when you need the original file quality.
- Click the dropdown next to Upload.
- Click Upload without optimization.
- Select the required file from your device.
Upload from Image Library
You can import images from external sources using Image Library.
- Click the dropdown next to Upload.
- Click Image Library.
- In the popup, choose the source as Google or Pixabay.
- Search by keyword and select the required images.
- Click Import to add the selected images.
Sort Files
You can sort records in the file list using the sort menu.
- Click the More Options icon in the top right corner.
- Choose one of the following options under SORT BY:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Newest | Shows recently added or updated files first. |
| Oldest | Shows older files first. |
| Ascending | Sorts file names from A to Z. |
| Descending | Sorts file names from Z to A. |
Other Actions
You can manage each file from its action menu.
- Navigate to Online Store module in the left sidebar.
- Select Files.
- Click the dropdown next to the folder or file.
- Rename - Select Rename to change the name of the file or folder.
- Move - Select Move to move the file or folder to another location.
- Move To Trash - Select Move To Trash to delete the file or folder. The file or folder will be moved to the Trash tab. You can restore or permanently delete the file or folder from the Trash tab.
Manage Photosets
Photosets help you group images for display in your store.
- Navigate to the Online Store module in the left sidebar.
- Select Files.
- Click the Photosets tab.
Create a Photoset
- Click + New. The Photoset dialog box appears.
- Enter the Photoset Name and click Save.
The photoset is created with the status Not Published.
Upload Images to a Photoset
- Open the required photoset.
- Click Upload Image.
- Select one or more images from your device.
If the photoset is empty, you can also drag and drop files into the upload area.
Other Actions
- In the Photosets list, click the dropdown next to the required photoset.
- Edit - Select Edit to change the name of the photoset.
- Delete - Select Delete to remove the photoset. The photoset will be moved to the Trash tab. You can restore or permanently delete the photoset from the Trash tab.
- Publish - Select Publish to make the photoset live. The photoset will be displayed in the store’s gallery.
Use Publish after uploading all required images to make the photoset live.