Upload and Manage Photos

Manage WordPress media library: upload, delete, organize, and clean up.

Procedure

Upload files

1. Go to Media > Add New
2. Click Select Files or drag-and-drop
3. Wait for upload

Delete files

1. Go to Media > Library
2. Hover over file
3. Click Delete Permanently
4. Confirm

Warning: Check if file is in use first - deleting breaks links.

Organize

1. Install WP Media Folder plugin
2. Go to Settings > WP Media Folder
3. Configure folders
4. Go to Media > Library
5. Create folders and move files

Adjust settings

1. Go to Settings > Media
2. Set thumbnail, medium, large sizes
3. Save

Clean up

1. Install Meow Media Cleaner
2. Go to Meow Apps > Media Cleaner
3. Run Scan
4. Delete unused files

Staging

1. Set up staging with WP Staging
2. Sync media between live and staging
3. Test changes on staging first

Key Points

• Check if media is in use before deleting
• Organize with folders
• Optimize images for speed