Uploading Files to ZDAM

Question

How do I upload files to ZDAM?

Answer

ZDAM users, based on permissions, can submit their files to the DAM by following the steps below.

  1. From the ZDAM homepage, select Directory Browser from the top navigation menu.
  2. Navigate to the destination folder to which you would like to upload a file(s) using the left navigation.
  3. Right-click the folder name and select Upload to Folder.
    •  If you would like to create a new child folder, you can do so now by right-clicking the parent folder and selecting the Create Folder . Then select Upload to Folder after right-clicking the new folder
  4. On the Upload Assets screen, select the Asset Type being uploaded.
    • If more than one type of asset, it will default to photo.
  5. Enter the metadata for the asset(s).
  6. Select if you would like to add the upload(s) to a Collection.
  7. Select Next when you have completed entering this information.
  8. On the next screen, select Add File to search for the files on your device.
  9. When you have found the file, select the file and then select Open.
  10. Select Start Upload.
    • Note: You can monitor progress on assets uploaded if you open the Show Upload Log.
  11. When the upload is complete, your files will be available in the selected destination folder.
  12. To add additional files, repeat the steps above.

For additional assistance, please contact Information Technology Services at 419-372-0999 or through chat.