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Is it possible to delete all audio files from the media library?
I'm creating multiple translations of a course and want to delete all the English audio files at once. Is this possible?
In the media library, the delete icon (trash can) is disabled. Is there a...
HI Jirah!
I'm happy to offer a step by step!
Before we get started, there are a few notes to keep in mind.
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When you add an asset to a slide using the Storyline ribbon, the asset automatically appears in your media library. And if you later delete the asset from the slide, it also disappears from the media library.
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However, when you import an asset directly into the media library, it’ll remain in the library until you delete it. If the asset’s use count is zero, you can use the Delete button to remove it from the media library.
Now onto the steps!
- To delete multiple assets in the Media Library, first, make sure they aren't used in the course. If they are used in the course, the Delete button will be greyed out.
- Select the assets that you want to delete. On your keyboard, hold down the WINDOWS key, or COMMAND if you're using a Mac, and then use the mouse to click each asset.
- Lastly, click the Delete icon in the lower right corner of the Media Library.
The delete icon looks like this:
Please let me know if you have any additional questions!