How does Sitecore manage media files?

Sitecore manages media files primarily through the Media Library feature, which is a built-in component designed specifically for organizing and storing various media types, such as images, videos, and documents. The Media Library allows users to upload, categorize, and manage media assets within the Sitecore environment seamlessly.

One of the strengths of the Media Library is that it enables content authors and marketers to easily access and leverage media files throughout their Sitecore content items without needing to deal with external systems or manual handling of files. The library supports folder structures for organization, metadata tagging for better searchability, and versioning of media items to track changes over time.

Additionally, the Media Library can generate responsive images and manage asset transformations to fit the needs of different devices, further enriching the content delivery process in a controlled manner that is integral to Sitecore's content management capabilities. This built-in approach ensures a more cohesive and user-friendly experience for managing media assets within the Sitecore interface.