MetaPhotoAI
Folder Management/Adding Media to Existing Folders

Adding Media to Existing Folders

MetaPhotoAI provides several flexible ways to add new images or videos to a folder that is already loaded in the application.

Method 1: Direct File System#

The simplest way to update a folder in MetaPhotoAI is to manage the files through your computer's native file system (Finder on macOS or File Explorer on Windows).

Navigate to the folder

Open your computer's file explorer and navigate to the physical folder on your hard drive.

Add your files

Add your new images or videos directly into that folder.

Automatic detection

MetaPhotoAI will detect the changes and update the library view.

Method 2: Drag and Drop#

You can also add files directly within the MetaPhotoAI interface:

Select files

Open your computer's file explorer and select the images or videos you want to add.

Drag to filmstrip

Drag the selected files and drop them directly onto the Film Strip (the carousel of thumbnails at the bottom of the application).

Choose import action

An "Import Files" dialog will appear, asking how you would like to handle the files.

Import Options#

OptionDescription
Copy to FolderCreates a duplicate of the files and places them into the current folder
Move to FolderMoves the files from their original location into the current folder
Remember my choiceCheck this box to apply your selection to all future drag-and-drop actions

Tip

Use "Copy to Folder" if you want to keep the original files in their current location as a backup.

Configuring Import Settings#

If you want to change your default import behavior (e.g., if you selected "Remember my choice" and want to revert):

Open Settings

Navigate to Files → Settings (or click the gear icon).

Find Import Behavior

Locate the "File Import Behavior" section.

Choose preference

Choose your preferred default action from the dropdown menu.

Available Options#

  • Always ask: Displays the dialog box every time you drag and drop
  • Always copy: Automatically copies files without asking
  • Always move: Automatically moves files without asking

Warning

When using "Always move," files will be permanently relocated from their original location. Make sure this is what you want before enabling this option.

Next Steps#