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Collections, public collections and featured collections
ResourceSpace allows resources to be tagged with various metadata, eliminating the need for a traditional hierarchical folder structure. This means that a resource can exist in multiple collections and can be found through metadata searches.
Featured & public collections
Featured Collections are a way to showcase the best and most in-demand content. They can contain a select number of resources and encourage users to browse content by directing them to relevant tags or ideas.
Collection options
There is a list of options available to you from the collection actions dropdown menu. This menu is present in the collection bar and from the "Manage My Collections" page, as well as on the search page when viewing resources in a collection.
Editing a collection
This article explains how to edit a collection in a resource management system. The edit screen provides several options, including customising the name of the collection, adding a description, and attaching tags to help find the collection of resources.
Creating featured collections
This article explains how to create a featured collection in ResourceSpace, which is a collection of resources that is highlighted on the platform's homepage. The process is similar to creating a public collection, but with an additional step to turn it into a featured collection.
Collection and resource promotion
The article discusses ways to promote resources and collections using ResourceSpace. The homepage slideshow is a great way to showcase new and useful content, and careful management of it will keep the system looking fresh and encourage users to check regularly for new content.
Creating public collections
The article explains how to create public collections, which are a simple way to share groups of resources with other users in the system. Public collections can be used to highlight the best of a user's uploads so that administrators can promote them as featured collections.
save_collection
The "save_collection" API binding allows users to save collection data. The API requires a POST request to avoid URL limits being reached. The API requires two variables: "$ref" and "$coldata". "$ref" is the ID of the collection, and "$coldata" is the JSON encoded collection data.
Creating collections
The article explains how to create collections in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. Collections can be created in three ways: when uploading resources, from the collection bar, or from the "manage my collections" section.
Deleting collections
This article explains how to delete collections in a simple and straightforward manner. Users are unable to delete their default "My Collection", but any other collection can be deleted by going to the "Manage My Collections Page", clicking "Delete" against the collection to be deleted, and confirming the deletion.
Smart featured collections
Smart featured collections are an automated way of collating resources with a common theme.
Adding resources to a collection
This article explains the different ways to add resources to a collection in a learning management system. Resources can be added to multiple collections at any given time. The first way to add resources is during upload, where the resources can be added to an existing or new collection.
create_resource
The article provides a function called "create_resource" that creates a new resource. The function requires the ID of the resource type for the new resource, which is an integer value. The archival state of the new resource is optional, and the default value is 999.
get_user_collections
The "get_user_collections" function returns a list of collections belonging to a user. This function does not require any parameters to be passed.
add_resource_to_collection
The article provides a brief description of the add_resource_to_collection function, which is used to add a resource to a collection. The function takes two parameters, $resource and $collection, which are the IDs of the resource and collection, respectively.
remove_resource_from_collection
The article provides a brief description of the "remove_resource_from_collection" function, which is used to remove a resource from a collection. The function requires two parameters: the ID of the resource and the ID of the collection from which the resource needs to be removed.
create_collection
This article provides instructions on how to create a new collection for a user. The user needs to provide a name for the collection, which is a required field. If the user wants to use the standard upload naming format, they can set the $forupload variable to true and leave the name field empty.
delete_collection
The "delete_collection" function is used to delete a collection, and the user must have write access to the collection. The function requires the ID of the collection, which is an integer data type. The return values of the function are either true or false, depending on the success of the operation.
search_public_collections
This article provides information on how to search for public and featured collections using the provided variables. The $search variable is used to input search terms, and leaving it blank will return all collections.
Smart collections
Smart collections are a new feature that can be enabled in a system by using the config option $allow_smart_collections. Once enabled, a new option will appear in the Actions drop-down menu on the Search page, allowing users to save a search as a smart collection.
4. Sharing and collections
Sharing single resources is very straightforward. We can send the resource to other users of the system, but we can also enter e-mail addresses and share with people that are not users of the system. They receive a special link that allows them to access only the resource you've shared with them.
5. Working with collections
There are various actions that can be performed that will affect the items in the collection, available from an actions menu on the collection bar.
Removing resources from collections
The article provides three methods to remove resources from a collection. The first method involves clicking and dragging the resource to be removed from the collection and dropping it onto the trash icon that appears at the top of the screen.
Resources slow to create previews
The article provides solutions to two common issues that can arise when creating previews for videos. The first issue is that preview creation can take too long, causing the system to time out. To solve this, the article suggests disabling automatic preview creation upon upload and setting up offline preview creation using a crontab entry or scheduled task.
get_collection
The article provides information on the "get_collection" function, which is used to retrieve collection details. The function requires administrator access and takes the collection ID as input. The return values include the collection owner's name, description, public/private status, and thumbnail image reference.
show_hide_collection
The show_hide_collection function allows users to show or hide a collection from their drop-down list. The function requires three variables: the ID of the collection, a bit value of 1 to show or 0 to hide, and the user reference.
send_collection_to_admin
The article provides a brief description of the function "send_collection_to_admin" which sends a copy of the collection for admin review. The function takes one parameter, $collection, which is the ID of the collection and has a data type of integer.
Ordering featured collections
Featured collections can be ordered using drag and drop. This allows users to reorder collections one level at a time. If no order has been defined, categories are displayed first, followed by collections sorted by name.
create_resource_type_field
The article provides information about the "create_resource_type_field" function. This function allows users to retrieve metadata field information for all matching fields. It is available from version 10.
How do I create a new user group?
The article provides instructions on how to create a new user group. To do this, the user needs to go to the Admin section, then navigate to System and User groups. In the "Create user group called..." field, the user can enter the name of the new group and click "Create".
get_featured_collections
The "get_featured_collections" function in ResourceSpace allows users to retrieve featured collections (categories) from version 10.3 onwards. The function requires the "parent" parameter, which is the reference of the featured collection's parent.
delete_resources_in_collection
The article discusses the function "delete_resources_in_collection" available from version 10.6. This function allows users to delete all resources within a collection, provided they have edit access to the resources, permission to delete resources, and the collection is writable.
consentmanager_create_consent
The "consentmanager_create_consent" function is used to create a new consent record with specific variables: $name (individual's name), $email (email address), $telephone (telephone number), $consent_usage (description of intended usage), $notes (additional notes), and $expires (expiry date).
consentmanager_get_all_consents_by_collection
The function `consentmanager_get_all_consents_by_collection` retrieves all consent records associated with resources in a specified collection. It requires the input parameter `$collection`, which is the ID of the collection holding the relevant resources.
collection_add_resources
The article discusses the process of adding resources to a collection using the native API auth mode. It outlines the variables involved in this process, including $collection (integer), $resources (mixed), $search (string), and $selected (bool).
collection_remove_resources
The article discusses the "collection_remove_resources" function, which is used to remove resources from a collection. This function is only accessible through the native API auth mode. It requires the collection ID, resource ID/s to be removed (which can be a single ID, a list of IDs, or an array of IDs), and additional parameters like removing all resources from the collection or removing selected resources from the search results page.
get_collections_resource_count
The function "get_collections_resource_count" retrieves the total resource count for a list of collections specified by their IDs. The input variable is "$refs," which is a string containing a comma-separated list of collection IDs.
get_resource_collections
The "get_resource_collections" function retrieves a list of collections that a specified resource is used in. It requires a resource ID as input and returns an array of collections with their IDs, names, and descriptions.
reorder_featured_collections
The "reorder_featured_collections" function allows users to rearrange featured collections for display in the user interface using the native API auth mode. Users can provide an array of featured collection IDs in the desired order for reordering.
Table: collection
This article provides a table that outlines the structure of a collection in ResourceSpace, which is a group of resources. The table includes columns such as ref, name, user, created, public, theme, theme2, theme3, allow_changes, cant_delete, keywords, savedsearch, home_page_publish, home_page_text, home_page_image, session_id, description, type, parent, thumbnail_selection_method, bg_img_resource_ref, and order_by.
Table: collection_keyword
The collection_keyword table is a join table that connects collections with keywords to enable rapid collection searching. It contains two columns: collection and keyword, both of which are of type int(11).
Table: collection_log
The collection_log table is a log of all activity related to a collection. It contains an auto-incrementing index, date, user, collection, type, resource, and notes. The user and collection columns reference the user and collection tables, respectively, while the resource column references the resource table.
Table: collection_resource
The article provides a table called "collection_resource" that defines the contents of a collection. The table consists of 11 columns, including "collection," "resource," "date_added," "comment," "rating," "use_as_theme_thumbnail" and "sortorder.
Table: collection_savedsearch
The article provides information about the "collection_savedsearch" table, which is a list of saved searches that can exist within collections. The table has several columns, including "ref," which is an auto-incrementing index, "collection," which refers to the collection table, "search," which is the search string, "restypes," which is the resource types used when searching, "starsearch," which is an integer value, "archive," which is a comma-separated list of workflow states, "created," which is the date created, and "result_limit," which is the maximum number of results to return.
Table: user_collection
The article provides information about the user_collection table, which is used to determine which internal users a collection has been shared with. The table has three columns: user, collection, and request_feedback.
Table: usergroup_collection
The usergroup_collection table is a database table in ResourceSpace that stores collections shared with user groups. It has three columns: usergroup, collection, and request_feedback. The usergroup column is an integer that references the usergroup table, which contains information about user groups.
Uploading
Uploading files into ResourceSpace is a very simple process, however it is at this stage that you will be adding the metadata that ensures your resources can found and used effectively. It is key that you put as much relevant metadata into the resource fields as possible now to make your contributions as valuable as they can be.
Searching in ResourceSpace
The ResourceSpace search feature is a powerful tool that allows users to quickly find the resources they need. Users can start with a broad search and then refine the results to find the most relevant content.
Creating dash tiles
Dash tiles are a great way of creating shortcuts to your favourite things in ResourceSpace.
Managing dash tiles
This article explains how to manage dash tiles in ResourceSpace. Dash Administrators can create tiles for all users or selected user groups, and reorder the tiles for those users who cannot manage their own dash.
Anonymous access
ResourceSpace has introduced anonymous access, which allows non-registered users to access the system without requiring a login. The feature is useful for those who frequently work with third-party agencies and do not want to create new user accounts, or for those who want to make selected resources available to the public.
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OpenAPI documentation
The article discusses OpenAPI documentation, specifically focusing on the endpoint /api/openapi.php. OpenAPI is a specification for building APIs, and /api/openapi.php is likely a specific endpoint for accessing OpenAPI documentation.
Creating a resource type
This article provides instructions on how to create a new resource type in MODX. To create a new resource type, users need to browse to "Admin > System > Resource types", enter the name of the new resource type, click "Create", fill in the rest of the form as required, and click "Save".
Welcome to ResourceSpace
The ResourceSpace Knowledge Base provides a library of guides and information to help individuals and businesses with their Digital Asset Management System.
Metadata
ResourceSpace Digital Asset Management System uses embedded and user inserted metadata to describe and track your resources
Accounts & access
A ResourceSpace Knowledge Base article explaining user accounts and access within ResourceSpace for users.
Pending review and submission
ResourceSpace allows users to upload assets to the library with restricted permissions. Members of the General Users group first upload their assets in the 'Pending Submission' state, where they can check and verify the necessary metadata.
Advanced search
The advanced search page in ResourceSpace allows users to access a wider selection of metadata fields, enabling them to create more refined searches. The fields are grouped by resource type, with global fields at the top and resource-specific fields further down.
Resource tools
The article discusses the various resource tools available in the resource downloads area of the resource view page. These tools allow users to download, view, and request resource files, as well as perform actions such as adding to a collection or sharing.
Alternative files
Alternative files are a feature in ResourceSpace that allows users to store multiple versions of a resource together with a single set of metadata. This is useful when there are different variations of a resource that need to be easily accessible from a single point.
Editing multiple resources
The article explains how to edit multiple resources in ResourceSpace using batch editing. Batch editing allows users to apply the same change to multiple resources at once, ensuring continuity. To perform a batch edit, users need to add the selected resources to a collection and then choose "Edit all resources" from the collection actions list.
Editing resource previews
Resource previews are an important aspect of ResourceSpace as they are the first contact users have with resources and help them decide which assets to use. If previews are missing, they should be remedied after upload.
Sharing resources
Resources and Resource Collections each offer a 'Share' option which allows them to be shared with other users, as well as with non-users of the system, to allow greater flexibility of use.
Deleting resources
The article provides instructions on how to delete resources in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. There are two methods described: deleting resources individually and batch deleting resources.
Related resources
The article explains how resources can be related to each other in order to group similar or mutually relevant resources. There are three ways to relate resources: relating all resources in a collection, manually relating resources by editing each resource individually, and relating resources on upload.
PDF contact sheet
The article explains how to create a PDF contact sheet for a collection in ResourceSpace. A contact sheet is a quick reference overview of what is in a collection, which can be printed or downloaded. To create a contact sheet, users need to choose the "Contact Sheet" option in the collection Actions list.
Keyboard controls
ResourceSpace offers keyboard controls to help advanced users speed up their use of the platform. These controls can be customised system-wide but are not currently available for per-user customisation.
Special search terms
Special search terms help users to find content in a much more specific and controlled manner, either through giving them extra tools or using a prebuilt search.
Embed slideshow
This article provides instructions on how to generate HTML for embeddable collection slideshows on remote sites using a function. The process involves creating a dynamic collection, selecting 'Share' from the collection options, choosing the size, preview duration, and maximise option, and then generating the HTML.
License manager
Adds the capability to manage resource licensing via the resource view page.
News
The article provides instructions on how to add a news segment to a website's structure. This feature allows updates to be posted on the website, providing further advertising or information to users. The process involves browsing to the "Manage News Items" section in the admin panel, creating news items by providing a date, headline, and body content, and then editing or deleting them as needed.
PDF split
This article describes a tool that allows users to split PDF files into multiple pages. The tool can be used to create separate resources or alternatives to the original PDF resource. To use the tool, users must browse to a PDF resource and click on "PDF Split" in Resource Tools.
Video splice
The video splice plugin allows users to trim and merge videos within ResourceSpace to create new, separate files. The trim tool allows users to select portions of a video to be recreated as a new video file, which can then be added as a new resource or attached as an alternative to the original.
Youtube publish
The YouTube Publish plugin allows users to publish video resources to a configured YouTube account. The plugin uploads data and has configurable mapped fields to automatically add descriptions, titles, and tags.
Admin overview
Accessible from the top navigation bar, the Admin menu provides a whole range of tools to help manage ResourceSpace and its contents.
Reports
ResourceSpace offers a reporting section that allows users to access information about downloads, uploads, and views. The reporting section provides a detailed table structure that can be downloaded as a CSV file for spreadsheet software or viewed directly in the browser.
Useful user permissions
The article provides an overview of user group permissions and how they affect user actions when accessing and interacting with resources. The permissions are divided into different categories, including searching/access, metadata fields, resource types, resource creation/management, collections, and administration.
User research requests
Research requests enable users to ask admins for help in sourcing resources. Users can fill out a form detailing what they need, and administrators can then help them to find suitable resources. This can be done by either providing them with a list of resources or by sending them links to searches or collections to help them get their search started.
Homepage slideshow
ResourceSpace, a digital asset management software, has highlighted the importance of updating the homepage slideshow regularly to keep users engaged and the system looking appealing. The "big slideshow" provides a full-screen background image or slideshow for the homepage, while the "small slideshow" moves the slideshow window to the upper left side of the screen, leaving white space on the homepage for displaying dash tiles.
User contributions
ResourceSpace allows for user contributions to be managed through user group upload permissions. Trusted uploaders, such as administrators, can add resources without review, while new users must upload their resources in a pending state for review by resource administrators.
Batch replace
ResourceSpace has a batch replace functionality that allows users to update multiple resources at once. This feature is useful for replacing original files and regenerating previews of any number of resources.
Deleted resources
The article provides information on how to manage deleted resources in a system. The directory for deleted resources can be found in the Admin section of the system, and it contains all the deleted resources.
Resource types
Resource types are a key way to organise metadata in ResourceSpace, allowing users to record different metadata for different types of assets. Resource types can be created as needed, and separating resources into types allows users to apply certain media-specific fields only where they will be useful, saving time and effort.
Understanding resource metadata
Metadata is essential for describing resources and forms the basis of search. When a resource is uploaded into ResourceSpace, it is tagged with words or phrases that best describe the asset. These tags form the resource metadata and are how users search for the resources they need.
Creating and deleting metadata fields
The article provides guidance on creating and deleting metadata fields in ResourceSpace. Metadata fields should be clear and descriptive, and the right data should be stored in the right field type to achieve this.
Configuring category trees
The category tree field type is useful for selecting metadata tags from a nested tree, particularly where resource subjects follow a hierarchical classification, such as product taxonomy or projects within campaigns.
Modifying field options
The article explains how to modify field options in fixed list metadata fields in ResourceSpace. Users can add, remove or edit options by editing the field and selecting the "manage options" link. To add a new option, users can enter the name of the tag and click "Add".
Advanced metadata field configuration
This page covers the advanced options for metadata field configuration including display templates, smart featured collections, display conditions, autocomplete options and additional settings for ExifTool and IPTC metadata.
Indexing metadata
ResourceSpace has announced that from version 10.1, indexing of text fields will be limited to the first 500 characters of text. This change is being made to enable ResourceSpace to quickly search resource metadata, rather than the full file contents.
Related keywords
The article explains how to manage related keywords in a website's admin panel. This feature allows creating relationships between search terms so that a search for one will also return resources that have the other keyword present in their metadata.
Creating user groups
This article provides information on how to create user groups in ResourceSpace. The default user groups in ResourceSpace are Administrators, Archivist, General users, Restricted user, and Super Admin.
Creating users
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a user account in a system. It explains that user accounts require user groups to be created first, as user permissions and configuration settings are managed in the groups.
User account requests
ResourceSpace offers the option for users to request accounts, which can be enabled or disabled in the system config file. There are four ways in which account requests can work, depending on how the installation is configured.
Useful user tools
ResourceSpace provides several user management tools to help with the user configuration process. The first tool is resetting passwords, which can be done by browsing to Admin > Users, editing the user, entering a password into the password field or clicking "Suggest" to generate one, and clicking Save.
Writing your own plugins
A plugin in ResourceSpace is a collection of PHP code, language files, graphics, CSS files and other related files that are structured to conform to the ResourceSpace plugin architecture. For deployment, the files that constitute a plugin are packaged together into a self-contained file called a ResourceSpace Plugin (.
CSV upload
The CSV upload plugin for ResourceSpace allows users to edit existing resource metadata and create new resources by uploading a CSV file. The plugin is recommended for administrators and users with elevated permissions due to the risk of inserting incorrect data into ResourceSpace.
Advanced workflow
workflow, process, publish, embargo, archive, review,state, status
Watched searches
The 'rse_search_notifications' plugin enables the functionality of watched searches, which allows users to subscribe to any search result or set of resources, such as a collection. The system will then notify the user when resources are added or edited to match the result set.
Video tracks
The Video Tracks plugin for ResourceSpace enables users to create custom video files in alternative formats/codecs, including subtitle and audio track files that have been uploaded as alternative files for a video resource.
Analytics
The analytics function allows detailed reporting on a variety of system actions which can be broken down by user group and filtered by a number of options.
Version control
The article explains how to use version control functions from the resource log. Users can click on a log entry to bring up a page showing the full log entry, and a revert link will be displayed where it is relevant.
KE EMu database integration
KE EMu is a multi-user and object-oriented database management system that uses a Texpress database engine. The Texpress kernel has features that allow for easy creation and use of applications, accessed via a range of applications.
API
ResourceSpace implements a RESTful API that returns JSON. All requests must be signed using a shared private key specific to each user. This can be performed via GET or POST.
do_search
The article provides a description of the do_search function, which is used to perform a search and return matching resources. The function takes several variables, including the search string, resource type IDs, results order, archive status, maximum number of rows to return, sort order, and offset.
copy_resource
The article provides information on the "copy_resource" function, which is used to copy a resource. The function only copies metadata and property, not the attached files. The function requires the ID of the resource to be copied and the ID of the resource type for the new resource.
get_resource_path
The get_resource_path function returns a URL or file path for a resource file. It takes several parameters, including the ID of the resource or an array of resource IDs, a flag indicating whether a file path should be returned instead of a URL, the size of the requested file, and whether the path should be generated if it does not yet exist on disk.
upload_file_by_url
The "upload_file_by_url" function allows users to upload a new remote file to an existing resource, replacing any file that is already attached. The function requires the ID of the resource, which must already exist, and the URL of the file to upload.
Installation overview
The article provides an overview of the installation process for ResourceSpace, a standard PHP/MySQL application. The installation process is similar to other PHP/MySQL applications, and most issues encountered relate to the default php.
Installing on Ubuntu Linux
The article provides a step-by-step guide to install ResourceSpace on Ubuntu Linux. The installation process involves installing programs and dependencies, configuring PHP, creating a database, checking out ResourceSpace, finishing installation via a web browser, setting up the cron job for relevance matching and periodic emails, setting the file and folder permissions, and setting up Apache correctly.
Installing on CentOS Linux
The article provides a guide for installing ResourceSpace on CentOS Linux. The installation process involves updating the system, installing MySQL Community Repo, and then installing mysql-server. Other packages that need to be installed include httpd, php, php-dev, php-gd, php-mysql, php-mbstring, subversion, vim, nano, ghostscript, ImageMagick, poppler, ExifTool, and FFmpeg.
Installing on macOS
The article provides a step-by-step guide to install ResourceSpace on macOS. The installation process involves installing Homebrew, programs, and dependencies, PHP extensions using pecl, enabling PHP in Apache, configuring PHP, creating a database, checking out ResourceSpace, and finishing the installation via a web browser.
Managing plugins
ResourceSpace is a digital asset management system that can be extended or modified using plugins. Plugins have a managed structure that makes it easy for third parties to write and for site administrators to maintain, even as function and bug fixes are applied to the base code.
Creating custom reports
ResourceSpace allows users to create custom reports by writing SQL queries. Reports can be created in Admin > System > Reports, and existing reports can be viewed and edited from the same location. Users can create reports that show resources pending submission, and reports that allow date range selection.
LibreOffice integration for Microsoft Office previews
The article provides instructions on how to install and use Unoconv, a utility that allows conversion between different document formats in Open Office. The article explains that in order to preview files in common office document formats such as .
Configuring for multi-client use
The article provides a method for setting up ResourceSpace as an environment where multiple users can use the system, but their resources remain private from each other. The method involves creating a new global field called 'client' that can be attached to all types of resources.
StaticSync - keep your files in situ
StaticSync is a tool that allows users to keep their files in situ, meaning that they can remain in their existing folder structure. It is not intended to be used as a way to store resources externally to increase storage capability.
Watermarks
ResourceSpace allows users to enable watermarks on preview images generated for each resource. To enable watermark preview generation, users need to add the following to their config.php: $watermark = "gfx/watermark.
Translations
The article provides a guide on how to create an official standard translation and a custom translation for a system. Before starting an official translation, it is important to verify that no other translator is already working with the language.
Simple LDAP
The Simple LDAP plugin enables consistent sign-on (CSO) for ResourceSpace users, allowing them to log in using the same credentials they use to log in to their organisation's network. The plugin has been tested with Microsoft Active Directory and Oracle Directory servers.
Google Vision
The Google Vision API plugin sends images to Google's Cloud Vision API on upload and sets appropriate metadata in pre-configured fields based on what has been recognised in the image. The plugin can be found under the 'Asset processing' category.
search_get_previews
The article describes the search_get_previews function, which is used to perform a search and return matching resources including URLs for the requested preview sizes. The function takes several variables, including the search string, resource type IDs, results order, archive status, maximum number of rows to return, sort order, recent search day limit, preview sizes, and preview file extension.
Simple SAML
This plugin allows users to log on to ResourceSpace using a SAML compliant single sign-on (SSO) Identity Provider (IdP)
Google VR View
Google VR View is a plugin that displays previews of 360-degree images and videos using the Google VR View browser API. The plugin is supported on modern versions of Chrome, Opera, Safari, Firefox, IE 11 and Edge on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS.
Metadata read/write mapping
ResourceSpace can map between embedded metadata stored in original files and the metadata fields in ResourceSpace itself. This synchronisation can be two-way, so that imported metadata can be automatically extracted into a configured field, but also that metadata added to the resource after import is written back to the file at download.
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Action dates
The 'action_dates' plugin will automatically perform certain actions based on resource metadata, for example, archiving a resource when an expiry date is reached.
CSV user import
The CSV user import plugin allows administrators to create user accounts in bulk based on information stored in a CSV file. The CSV file must be encoded in UTF-8 format and without BOM, and should have text cells quoted in case they contain commas or other special characters.
Installing on Windows Server
The article provides a step-by-step guide to installing ResourceSpace on Windows Server. The instructions include setting up the IIS Web Server role, installing Web Platform Installer to help with PHP and MySQL install, configuring php.
Falcon link
The Falcon Link plugin allows users to publish resources as templates in Falcon.io. However, users must have an account with Falcon.io to use this plugin. The plugin creates a share link with no expiration date instead of copying the file itself when a resource is published to Falcon.
IIIF
IIIF is an API specification that aims to improve interoperability between digital image repositories. ResourceSpace provides basic support for the IIIF presentation API, which was originally created to link with the TMS plugin to enable publishing of resources related to a specified TMS object as a IIIF manifest.
Migrating free text data to fixed list field options
The article explains how to migrate free text data to fixed list field options when changing a metadata field type from a free text field to a fixed option field type. The fixed option field types include checkbox, radio button, dropdown, and dynamic tag list.
set_node
The article provides information on the set_node function, which is used to create a new node in ResourceSpace. The function requires the ID of the node to be updated, the ID of the related metadata field, and the name of the node.
resource_log_last_rows
adding information on the log codes recorded in the type field
User opt-in consent
The article discusses the configuration option for user opt-in consent, which is enabled by default in certain data protection regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The configuration option requires users to give consent for their personal data to be processed before they can submit an account request.
Image banks
The Image Banks plugin allows users to search external image banks for photos without having to navigate manually to the external system. Users can run searches in the external image bank using the simple search box and the dropdown selector called "Search external image banks".
Cookies notification
The cookies_notification plugin is a tool that can be activated under Plugins via the System menu. It creates a header on the login page to notify users that their activity will be tracked via cookies.
What file formats can be uploaded to ResourceSpace?
ResourceSpace allows any type of file to be uploaded except for banned extensions such as php, cgi, pl, exe, asp, jsp, sh, and bash. The list of banned extensions can be changed using the config option $banned_extensions.
ResourceSpace messages
ResourceSpace uses messages to ensure that notifications are prominently displayed so that important messages are not overlooked. A counter next to the user's profile will increase to indicate the activity as new messages are received.
Emails
ResourceSpace uses emails to notify users of relevant activity such as resource submissions, user account requests, or resource download requests. However, most email notifications have been replaced by system messages, but users can still opt to receive emails by modifying their user preferences.
Configuring email and messaging
This article provides guidance on how to configure email and messaging settings in ResourceSpace. To change the email address that system emails are sent from, users should navigate to Admin > System > System configuration and change the 'Email from address'.
All user permissions
ResourceSpace is a digital asset management system that allows users to control which resources other users can see and how they can interact with them. The system offers a range of permission options, including search, metadata fields, resource types, resource creation, featured collections, restrictive permissions, and administration.
The config file
The article provides an overview of the configuration file for ResourceSpace, which can be found in the 'include' folder. The file contains various PHP variables that can be changed to configure the system.
TMS link
Help for setting up the tms_link plugin.
Manage image sizes
ResourceSpace allows users to upload files in their original form, but also creates derivative files in other resolutions that are stored alongside the resource. The default sizes of these derivative files are appropriate for most uses, but users may require a specific size to be available.
CSV export
ResourceSpace allows users to extract metadata from its database as a CSV file, which can be opened in most standard spreadsheet or database programs. The metadata fields included in the CSV file can be customised by editing metadata fields and enabling the "Include in CSV export" option.
Logs
ResourceSpace has a log that records the actions of each user, which is accessible in the Users section of the Admin area. The logs record the date and time of user logins, resources they have created, deleted and downloaded, and edits they have made to resources, showing both the previous and new values.
Upload here
ResourceSpace has introduced a new feature called "Upload here" that helps users create new resources based on a recent advanced search. The feature directs users to the upload page where the options will have been automatically selected, meaning they can easily add more resources that this metadata set describes.
Offline job queues
ResourceSpace has developed an offline jobs function to delegate slow processes, such as creating a preview for a video file, to another script/process to be run asynchronously. The upload process focuses on getting files into the filestore, later working from a queue for further processing.
Browse bar
ResourceSpace has introduced a browse bar to help users find resources more easily. The bar is a collapsible side tab available from all pages, offering the options to search by resource type, tag, collection or workflow state.
Resource commenting
Resource commenting can be enabled in ResourceSpace by using the config option $comments_resource_enable. This feature adds a new area below the resource metadata, allowing users to add and respond to comments about the resource.
MuseumPlus
MuseumPlus is a web-based museum management system that provides real-time museum management and fully documents any type of collection and all related workflow. The system can be integrated with ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system, through its API.
Version control
The rse_version plugin is a version control tool that can be activated by default via config.php. It enables the functionality to revert both individual and batch edits from the resource log page. The plugin can also revert collection states for adding or removing resources, which is useful when a user accidentally removes all resources from a collection.
Resource usage
The Resource Usage plugin enables users to keep a log of how a resource has been used, along with the usage medium, such as print or TV. Once enabled, a new section is added to the bottom of the resource view page, where users can click "New usage" to create a new record of where the resource was used.
1. Finding your way around
An overview of the ResourceSpace user interface.
2. Uploading and editing
We can simply drag and drop the files or an entire folder directly from our computer on to the upload queue.
3. File sizes and formats
When we click on a resource we are shown all the available metadata for that resource, and also a list of available versions.
6. Dash tiles
Collections can be published as dash tiles. The dash is an area on the home page to which users can add their own custom tiles.
Context help links
Context Help links can be added to pages to link to a relevant Knowledge Base page. These links open Knowledge Base in a modal or new page and are enabled by default on a ResourceSpace system but can be disabled by setting $contextual_help_links=false.
Site content
All text strings in ResourceSpace can be customised from the Manage content area.
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Checksums
Checksums are a sequence of numbers and letters that are produced by running a file through an algorithm that uses a cryptographic hash to create a unique identifier. Even the slightest change in the original file will produce a different checksum, making them useful for ensuring file integrity and preventing resource duplication.
Data only resource types
Data only resources are metadata-only resources that do not have an associated file. They can be used to store a record or set of data that does not directly relate to a specific asset. Data only resources can be configured to provide a PDF of metadata based on templates that must be set up by the system administrator and placed in the filestore under system/pdf_templates as an HTML file.
Configuring the database
This article provides instructions on how to configure a database for ResourceSpace, an open-source digital asset management system. The article explains how to create a new database and how to create dedicated users for ResourceSpace, which is a good security practice.
Exporting data
ResourceSpace allows users to export data and configuration files for testing purposes. This feature requires offline jobs to be configured and the config option $system_download_config to be enabled. Users can navigate to Admin > System > Export data to choose the options for the exported data.
ResourceSpace Plugins
Explore the range of plugins that are available to expand ResourceSpace's base functionality, including integrations with third party software and systems.
Vimeo publish
The Vimeo Publish plugin allows users to publish video resources to a configured Vimeo account. The plugin uploads data and has configurable mapped fields to automatically add descriptions, titles, and tags.
Creating and editing filters
Creating and editing filters. Filters can be set to control access to resources
How to restore your ResourceSpace installation
This article provides guidance on how to restore a ResourceSpace installation to a replacement server in the event of server failure or migration. The steps described in the article restore the existing ResourceSpace configuration, but do not cover custom ResourceSpace code, external directories used by ResourceSpace, DNS changes, or web or proxy server configuration.
put_resource_data
The put_resource_data API endpoint allows users with edit access to update the properties of a resource. The endpoint requires the ID of the resource and an associative array of columns and values in JSON format.
Query caching
Query caching is a technique that can be used to cache the results of selected queries to disk. This is useful where the same query is likely to be called a large number of times, for example, queries that are common across several pages and the same for large groups of users.
Database schema
Database schema for ResourceSpace.
Intellectual property
ResourceSpace, an open source digital asset management software, has issued guidelines for the use of intellectual property in its platform. The company has stated that all code, images, libraries and other digital content included in ResourceSpace must meet certain criteria.
Project structure
A breakdown of the folders used within ResourceSpace, and their typical contents and function.
Downloading multiple resources
Users can download multiple resources in one go by adding the resources to a collection or selecting a number of resources from the search results page and clicking on 'Download' from the 'Actions' dropdown box.
Wordpress integration
A new WordPress plugin has been developed that allows users to embed resource files from ResourceSpace in their posts. The plugin was funded by ADRA International and developed by Codecide. To install the plugin, users should download the WordPress plugin zip file, navigate to Plugins->Add plugins from the WordPress Admin menu and click 'Upload plugin', or manually upload the zip file to the wp-content/plugins directory of the WordPress installation.
Sensitive image blurring
The sensitive image blurring plugin can blur selected images from users both in the results and on the resource view page. The plugin can be configured by enabling it and choosing a desired field for the "sensitive message" in the plugin's options page.
Managing offline jobs
The My Jobs page is a tool used to check the status of jobs, such as collection downloads and preview creation. Administrators can also use this page to check on the status of jobs systemwide. The page displays information about jobs in the queue, including job priority, job reference, job type, user that created the job (admins only), job status, and the earliest job start date.
Metadata templates
Metadata templates are a useful tool for saving time and ensuring consistency when uploading resources with common metadata sets. A metadata template is a data-only resource that inherits all global fields and resource type-specific fields, meaning that each template may contain a complete set of values for every field within ResourceSpace.
Sharing upload links
ResourceSpace has introduced a new feature that allows users to share upload links externally. This feature enables external media creators to upload files into ResourceSpace without requiring an account.
Managing external shares
The article provides guidance on managing external shares in ResourceSpace. Users can manage their external shares by clicking on the user menu and selecting 'My shares'. Administrators can manage all existing shares via the 'External shares' link under the admin menu.
Client side API calls
The article discusses the use of the new api() JavaScript function to make calls to the ResourceSpace API using native browser authentication. Instead of creating new AJAX calls to custom endpoints, the api() function is recommended.
RSS Feed
The RSS Feed plugin generates RSS URLs for a resource search in ResourceSpace using the API. After enabling the plugin, a new link appears at the bottom of the Simple Search area, which takes the user to the RSS feed for the 50 most recently uploaded resources.
Configuring Leaflet Maps
This article provides a guide to configuring Leaflet maps in ResourceSpace. The article lists several configuration options that can be used to add tile sources and customize how geolocation data is displayed.
Further videos
The article provides a list of videos that cover various topics related to using the ResourceSpace digital asset management system. The videos cover topics such as creating users, customizing the homepage slideshow, search filters, sharing resources, and more.
Image tools
The Image Tools plugin enables users to edit images by rotating, cropping or scaling them. The plugin also allows users to modify the home slideshow image using resources that have previously been uploaded to ResourceSpace.
Image preview zoom
The article discusses the image preview zoom feature in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. If the system is configured with zoomable previews, users can enable the OpenSeadragon viewer on the view page by toggling the image preview zoom tool available in the image preview toolbar.
User preferences
The article provides instructions on how to access user preferences on a website. Users can click on the user profile icon at the top right of the screen and select "Preferences" to make changes to the functionality and interface available to them.
Consent manager
Adds the capability to manage resource consents via the resource view page.
Mobile responsive mode
ResourceSpace, the open source digital asset management software, is now available on mobile devices. The software's interface automatically adjusts to account for the smaller screen, but the functionality remains the same.
Offline archive
The Offline Archive plugin allows users to relocate archived files to an offline location. Once enabled, users can configure the plugin to specify how the relocation will occur. There are four configuration options available: selecting the metadata field that will hold the archive reference code, entering the location that the archives will be created in, specifying a subfolder of the StaticSync folder that restored files will be placed in, and determining whether to carry across the timestamp of the original file.
Automatic alternative video files
ResourceSpace can be configured to automatically generate a video file in a different size or format from the uploaded original. This can be useful where a smaller size is required for uploading to the web.
Configuring Expiry date field
The article explains how to configure an expiry date field in a system to help users know when a particular resource has expired and should no longer be used. The expiry date field type can be set by selecting "Expiry date" in the field type option.
User actions
User actions are now enabled for all users by default, unless disabled by a system administrator. Actions alert users to resources or activities that require their attention, and the actions visible to a user will vary depending on system configuration and user permissions.
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Sending user notifications
The article provides guidance on sending user notifications in ResourceSpace. Before version 10, developers had to make several checks before calling send_mail() or message_add() whenever required, resulting in duplicated code and inconsistency.
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API Webhooks
API Webhooks is a plugin that allows developers to synchronise data between ResourceSpace and third-party systems. The plugin enables remote scripts to be called from within ResourceSpace, allowing users to drive the timing of the synchronisation between the two systems.
Video timestamp links
The article discusses a plugin that enables the use of timestamp links on videos in ResourceSpace. The plugin allows users to bookmark specific points in a video and add them to an appropriate metadata field, such as a caption or long description field.
User rating of resources
ResourceSpace has a star rating feature that allows each user to give resources a rating of between one and five stars. User rating of resources can be enabled by super admins in the configuration area via admin, system, configuration, user accounts and enabling "user rating of resources".
How do I add a new user?
The article explains how to add a new user to a system. Admins with the necessary permissions can manually create new user accounts by accessing the Admin section and selecting the Users tab. From there, they can choose the option to create a new user.
How do I publish resources that have been uploaded in bulk?
To publish resources that have been uploaded in bulk, you can go to the "Actions" area in your profile. There are three options available: managing your preferences, adding the resources to a collection, or viewing them as a result set.
How do I delete resources from the system permanently?
To permanently delete resources from ResourceSpace, follow these steps: 1. Add the resources you want to remove to your collection. 2. From the "Actions" menu, choose "Delete all resources". 3. This action will move the resources to the "Deleted" workflow state.
The Complete Guide to Metadata
Metadata is data that provides information about other data, without describing the content of that data. It is crucial for digital assets and is used to categorize and describe various types of files, such as documents, videos, and audio files.
How do I change the background image?
The article explains how to set background images on a website using the ResourceSpace platform. Users with the necessary permissions can set one or multiple background images as a slideshow by accessing the Admin section and navigating to System > Slideshow.
Is it the same process to make a batch upload as it is to add a single resource?
The article explains that the process for uploading resources in batches is the same as uploading them individually. Users can click on the "Upload" button to start uploading resources. Additionally, users have the option to upload one or more resources directly into a collection by selecting the collection in the lightbox area and choosing "Upload to this collection" from the Actions menu.
How do I edit multiple resources at the same time?
To edit multiple resources at the same time in ResourceSpace, you can add the selected resources to a collection and then choose "Edit all resources" from the collection actions menu. Alternatively, you can edit resources directly from the search results page by selecting the checkbox next to each resource or using Shift + click to select multiple resources before clicking on the "Edit selected" button.
Configuring image alternatives
The article discusses configuring image alternatives using the "$image_alternatives" configuration option, similar to video file alternatives. This setting controls the options for ImageMagick utility to create alternative image formats/sizes.
Minimal preview creation
From version 10.4 onwards, core preview sizes ('col', 'thm', and 'pre') will always be generated, regardless of certain enabled options like $offline_job_queue or $enable_thumbnail_creation_on_upload. Other previews such as image tiles, image alternatives, ffmpeg alternatives, and unoconv derivatives will be created later by relevant offline scripts.
How do I delete resources? Is there a batch delete option?
To delete resources, single resources can be deleted by selecting 'Delete' from the resource preview. For multiple resources, add them to a collection and choose 'Delete all resources' from the collection menu.
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OpenAI Image Editing
The OpenAI image editing plugin is integrated with DALL-E 2 to enable AI image editing within ResourceSpace. Users can access the editing option in the resource tools on the resource view page. The plugin requires the OpenAI GPT plugin to be enabled with a valid key.
Mounting Amazon S3 for external storage
The article provides a guide on mounting an Amazon S3 bucket for external storage on Ubuntu/Debian systems. It outlines steps including installing s3fs, setting up S3 credentials, mounting the bucket, configuring automatic mounting, updating ResourceSpace to use the S3 bucket, verifying permissions, and testing the configuration.
Drupal integration
Selected resources in ResourceSpace can be synchronised automatically with the media library in Drupal 11.
Creating controlled vocabularies in ResourceSpace
Controlled vocabularies in ResourceSpace standardize terminology for improved searchability. They are predefined lists of terms for metadata fields like Dublin Core elements. Benefits include consistency, search accuracy, error reduction, and interoperability.
Joomla integration
The article discusses the integration of ResourceSpace with Joomla 5.x to synchronize selected resources automatically. To set up the integration, users need to create a Joomla user in ResourceSpace with limited access, ensuring that only desired resources are synchronized.
consentmanager_batch_link_unlink
The "consentmanager_batch_link_unlink" function allows for linking or unlinking all resources in a collection with a consent record. It requires the ID of the consent record ($consent), the ID of the collection containing the resources to process ($collection), and a parameter ($unlink) to specify whether to unlink or link the resources.
Installing via Docker
The article discusses the process of installing software using Docker, a popular platform for containerization. It explains how Docker simplifies the installation process by packaging applications and their dependencies into containers, ensuring consistency across different environments.
CLIP AI Smart Search
The CLIP Visual Search plugin integrates OpenAI's CLIP model into ResourceSpace, enabling powerful visual similarity and natural language image searches based on image content rather than metadata. Features include natural language description searches, finding visually similar images by uploading examples, and detecting duplicates based on visual similarity scores.
Annotating resources
The article discusses the importance of annotating resources to enhance learning and research. It highlights how annotations can help in better understanding, organizing, and retaining information. The process involves adding notes, comments, and highlights to texts, documents, or other resources.
new_user
The article provides instructions on creating a user record by first obtaining the user ID and then calling `save_user()` with the user details. It includes a table detailing the variable `$username`, its description as the user's username, data type as a string, and default value as N/A.
delete_access_keys
The "delete_access_keys" function allows for the deletion of share access keys for external shares of resources and collections. This function is only accessible through the native API authentication mode.
get_processing_message
The article explains a function called "get_processing_message" that retrieves the processing status message for the current user. Upon success, it returns an array containing the current processing messages, while on failure, it returns false.
validate_upload_url
The article discusses the function "validate_upload_url" used in API calls like create_resource or upload_file_by_url. It requires the URL hostname to be included in the config option $api_upload_urls.
Typesense Search
The Typesense Search plugin integrates ResourceSpace with a local Typesense server to enhance keyword searching on large datasets. It supports standard keyword searches, resource type filtering, and archive state filtering.
Canva
ResourceSpace’s Canva integration allows you to search your ResourceSpace system and browse collections within Canva. Files can be selected and placed into your Canva project and the project saved back into ResourceSpace when it’s complete.
Table: comment
This article provides a table schema for the ResourceSpace software's comment feature. The table is called "comment" and contains columns such as "ref" (an auto-incrementing index), "ref_parent" (the reference of the parent comment), "created" (the timestamp of when the comment was created), "hide" (a boolean value indicating whether the comment should be hidden), "collection_ref" (the reference of the collection the comment is associated with), "resource_ref" (the reference of the resource the comment is associated with), "user_ref" (the reference of the user who created the comment), "fullname" (the full name of an external commenter), "email" (the email of an external commenter), "website_url" (the website URL of an external commenter), and "body" (the text of the comment).
Table: dash_tile
The article provides a table schema for the "dash_tile" table, which is used to display dash tiles on the home page. The table contains columns such as "ref" for an auto-incrementing index, "title" for the title text, "txt" for the tile text, "all_users" to indicate if the tile is published to all users, "default_order_by" for the default order, "url" for the anchor link href URL, "link" for the link text, "reload_interval_secs" for the reload interval in seconds, "resource_count" to indicate the number of resources if the tile is a search/collection tile, and "allow_delete" to indicate if the tile can be deleted.
Table: external_access_keys
The article provides a table called "external_access_keys" that is used for externally sharing resources. The table contains several columns, including "resource," which refers to the resource being shared, "access_key," which is the external access key, "user," which refers to the user who created the share, "usergroup," which refers to the user group that the share belongs to, "collection," which refers to the collection that the share belongs to, "request_feedback," which is a boolean value that determines whether external contacts can provide feedback when accessing the share, "email," which is the email address that the share was created for, "date," which is the date the share was created, "lastused," which is the date the share was last accessed, "access," which is the access level (0 for open, 1 for restricted), "expires," which is the share expiration date, "password_hash," which is the hash of the share password (NULL if not set), and "upload," which is set to 0 for standard external view access share and 1 for an external upload share for a collection.
Table: job_queue
The job_queue table is a list of active offline jobs such as preview processing. It contains several columns, including ref, which is an auto-incrementing index, type, which is the job type, job_data, which is the JSON-encoded job data, start_date, which is the earliest time to start the job, user, which is the user ID, status, which is the job status code, success_text, which is the text to include in the message if the job completes successfully, failure_text, which is the text to include in the message if the job fails, job_code, which is a unique hash used to prevent duplicate jobs, and priority, which is the job priority.
Table: keyword
Table: keyword
Table: message
The "message" table is a database table used for user messages, which can be used for system and user-to-user messaging. The table has several columns, including "ref," which is an auto-incrementing index, "created," which is a datetime column, and "owner," which is a reference to the user who owns the message.
Table: node
Table: node
Table: preview_size
The article provides a table called "preview_size" that defines the preview sizes used for resource preview and thumbnail generation. The table has ten columns, including an auto-incrementing index, a short code, width and height in pixels, a boolean value to add padding to make the image the required size, a friendly name, a boolean value for system use to prevent deletion, and two boolean values to show a link to preview this size on the resource view page and allow users with restricted access to see this preview size.
Table: report
Table: report
Table: request
The "request" table is a database table in ResourceSpace that tracks resource requests made by users with restricted access and fulfilled by admin users. The table has several columns, including "ref," which is an auto-incrementing index, "user," which refers to the user who made the request, and "collection," which refers to the collection the requested resource belongs to.
Table: research_request
The article provides information about the "research_request" table, which is used in ResourceSpace, a digital asset management system. The table stores information related to research requests, which are requests for appropriate resources for a project.
Table: resource
The article provides a table of the resource, which is the central record within ResourceSpace mapping to a single asset/file. The table includes various columns such as ref, title, resource_type, has_image, is_transcoding, hit_count, new_hit_count, creation_date, rating, user_rating, user_rating_count, user_rating_total, country, file_extension, preview_extension, image_red, image_green, image_blue, thumb_width, thumb_height, archive, access, colour_key, created_by, file_path, file_modified, file_checksum, request_count, expiry_notification_sent, preview_tweaks, geo_lat, geo_long, mapzoom, disk_usage, disk_usage_last_updated, file_size, preview_attempts, modified, last_verified, integrity_fail, and lock_user.
Table: resource_type_field
Table: resource_type_field
Table: user
The "user" table in ResourceSpace stores all user information, including their username, password, full name, email address, user group, and last activity date. It also includes information on whether the user is currently logged in, their browser user agent string, and their IP address.
Table: usergroup
The article provides a table called "usergroup" that defines user groups. The table contains several columns, including "ref," which is an auto-incrementing index, "name," which is the name of the user group, and "permissions," which is a list of permissions that the user group has.
Adobe Creative Cloud integration (LinkrUI)
LinkrUI for Adobe is a Connector plugin that integrates ResourceSpace with Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects. This integration allows users to easily search, open, and place assets stored in ResourceSpace directly into their Adobe applications.
OpenCV (facial recognition) - deprecated
OpenCV is a library used by ResourceSpace for facial recognition capability. The article provides instructions on how to install OpenCV on Ubuntu and how to check the Python and OpenCV versions. The facial recognition feature in ResourceSpace can be configured by setting the path to Python, the field used to store the name of the person suggested/detected, the location for the face recognizer model state(s) and data, and enabling facial recognition.
YT2RS (Youtube embed)
The Youtube to ResourceSpace plugin allows users to embed a YouTube video into the Resource view page. Users can enter the ID of a metadata field that stores the URL of the Youtube video on the options page for the plugin.
VM2RS (Vimeo embed)
The VM2RS plugin is a Vimeo to ResourceSpace plugin that allows users to embed Vimeo videos on the Resource view page. Users can enter the ID of a metadata field that stores the URL of the Vimeo video on the options page for the plugin.
ResourceSpace file storage (filestore)
ResourceSpace stores resource files in obfuscated folder paths on the server and not in the database. The folders are not meaningful to an administrator browsing the folders on the server because they are derived from the unique resource ID and are not related in any way to metadata or collections that the resources belong to.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The most frequently asked questions about ResourceSpace, the free and open source Digital Asset Management system.
I've missed out an important keyword. Can I add this to my resource(s) after I've published them?
The article explains that it is possible to add keywords to resources after they have been published. Users can make metadata edits at any time by choosing the "Edit metadata" option from the individual resource preview.
Brand Guidelines (v10.5+)
The article outlines the brand guidelines for version 10.5 and above. It covers essential information such as logo usage, color palette, typography, and design elements to maintain brand consistency. The guidelines emphasize the correct application of the logo in various formats and backgrounds, specifying clear space requirements and prohibited alterations.
AI Faces (InsightFace)
The AI Faces plugin allows ResourceSpace to automatically detect and recognise people featured in images. This allows for quick and efficient automated tagging on upload.
Managing (PHP) code dependencies
The article discusses the management of code dependencies in ResourceSpace, starting from version 10.7, using Composer for PHP dependencies. It emphasizes the importance of regular development tasks like running automated tests and static code analysis.