The Media Library in edudip next Webinar Room

The media library, also referred to as “Materials,” is a central tool for moderators in the edudip next webinar room, allowing them to share relevant content with their participants. This article will guide you through the functions and possibilities of the media library.

Where to Find the Media Library

You’ll find the media library in the webinar room at the bottom right. It’s identified by a folder icon and labeled “Materials.” This icon and the contents of the media library are initially not visible to participants.

Uploading Materials

As a moderator, you can easily upload new materials:

  • Click the cloud icon with an upward arrow (upload symbol).
  • Select the desired files from your computer.

Managing Files: Searching, Filtering, and Sorting

To keep track of your uploaded materials, the media library offers various management options:

  • Search Field: To the left of the upload symbol, you’ll find a search field. Enter keywords here to quickly find specific files.
  • Filter by Category: You can filter your files by the following categories:
    • Videos
    • Images
    • Presentations
    • Whiteboard
    • Other
    • Word Carousel
  • Filter by Author: If multiple moderators have uploaded materials, you can filter by the author of the file.
  • Sorting: Files can be sorted by various criteria:
    • File Name
    • Number of Downloads
    • File Size
    • Creation Date
    • Last Updated You can also set the sorting order to alphabetical ascending or descending.

Releasing Files to Participants

Next to each uploaded file, you’ll see brief information such as the file name, format, and size. There’s also an eye icon.

  • By clicking the eye icon, you can release the respective file for participants.
  • Once at least one file has been released, the “Materials” icon will also appear for participants in the bottom right of the webinar room. Participants can then view and download the released files.

File Management via the 3-Dot Menu

To the far right of each file, you’ll find a 3-dot menu. Clicking it opens additional options:

  • Download: You can download the file to your own computer.
  • Share in Chat: This function shares the file name, a thumbnail, and the option to download the file in the public chat. Note that this function works regardless of whether the file itself is released to participants or not.
  • Delete: You can remove the file from your media library.
  • Edit: Here you can change the file name of the uploaded file.

The media library in edudip next thus offers you comprehensive control and flexibility when sharing materials in your webinars.