Upload images to the media library

Last updated: January 25, 2023
Minimum user level: Contributor

Video tutorial

Watch a short video tutorial or read the step-by-step.

Step-by-step

T4’s media library is a collection of images and documents, organized into category folders. Depending on your T4 account, you may have access to some media folders and not to others.

How to access T4's media library

To get to the media library, use the Content dropdown on the left and choose media library.

If you see the blue gears icon beside a folder, that means your account gives you editing rights to that folder. You can upload media items to that folder, modify them, delete them and so on. You can also add new folders within that folder.

How to upload an image to a folder

1. Click on the Content dropdown on the left and choose Media library.

2. Click on the folder you want to add your image to. If you want to place your image in a subfolder, click on the blue gears icon beside the folder and choose Create child category. Give your category a name and click on Save changes.

3. Click on the green +Add media button.

4. Drag and drop your image into the grey boxed area, or click to browse your computer and select the image you want.

5. Give your image a name — this doesn't show anywhere, but it will help you find your file again in the media library.

6. Add a description to your image. It is important for content accessibility: people who rely on screen reader technology need this description of the image to understand what it contains.

7. Click on Save changes. The image is now in the media library inside the folder you chose at the beginning. 

How to edit an image in the media library

You can edit a media item by clicking on its name. Then you'll be able to change its name or description. If you want to upload a new version of an image, you can drag and drop a new picture in the grey boxed area and click Save changes.