Explore the New Features in Brand Channel Version 4

Brand Channel, DemoUp Cliplister’s premier e-commerce content syndication and digital asset management platform, has been upgraded to Version 4, packed with new features designed to enhance user experience, streamline workflows, and improve productivity.

Let’s explore what’s new in this version and how these updates can transform your daily work.

Navigation Tree Customisation for Better Usability

Previously, the navigation system in the Brand Channel was channel-specific, limiting user flexibility. With the release of Version 4, the Brand Channel now offers a customisable Navigation Tree, allowing your users to tailor their experience according to their preferences.

This new system lets users create custom sort preferences based on their specific needs. Whether you’re managing multiple brands, different product categories, or large sets of digital assets, this feature results in faster navigation, making it easier to locate the files you need.

• Use case: Perfect for teams managing complex asset libraries, reducing the time spent searching for assets across multiple channels.
• Benefit: Improved productivity through faster, more intuitive access to digital assets.

Enhanced Search Bar for Faster, More Accurate Results

In previous versions, Brand Channel’s search bar was limited to asset hierarchies, making it difficult to locate specific files. With Version 4, the Search Bar has been completely overhauled to offer a more intelligent, faster search experience.

The new search bar now features:

• Auto-suggestions: As you type, the Brand Channel now suggests relevant assets based on your input, allowing you to find files quicker.
• Category filters: Narrow your search results by applying filters based on categories, making it easier to find exactly what you need.
• Search history: View recent searches and quickly jump back to previous queries, further reducing search time.

These updates not only improve search speed but also boost search accuracy, ensuring that you can locate even the most specific assets within seconds.

• Use case: Ideal for teams dealing with extensive digital asset libraries that require quick, precise searches.
• Benefit: Significantly reduced time spent on searching for assets, boosting productivity.

Gallery & Preview Layer with Expanded Customisation

In Version 4, Brand Channel has introduced more control over how users can view and manage their digital assets. The new Gallery and Preview Layer offers expanded customisation, allowing users to configure asset views according to their unique workflows.

• Customisable layouts: Adjust how assets are displayed, choosing between different grid views and preview sizes.
• Detailed previews: Gain more control over how previews are displayed, making it easier to scan through content or review specific assets.

This enhanced flexibility means that users can now organise and manage their assets visually, which is especially useful for users who need to see high-resolution previews of their work.

Improved Views for Better Asset Management

With improved customisation, users now have a better way to visually manage assets. Whether you prefer a detailed view with metadata or a gallery with preview images to quickly scan through, Version 4 provides the tools to adapt the display to your needs.

• Use case: Ideal for marketing or creative teams who work with large volumes of visual assets like product images or video content.
• Benefit: Improved asset visualisation for more efficient management.

List View with More Functionality

The List View has seen one of the most significant updates in Version 4, with new features that make managing digital assets faster and easier. Previously, List View was static and read-only, but with Version 4, users can now:

• Customise columns: Adjust which metadata fields are displayed, so you can focus on the most relevant information.
• Inline metadata editing: Edit asset metadata directly from the list view without needing to open individual assets.
• Keyboard navigation: Use keyboard shortcuts to navigate through lists faster, further streamlining workflows.

This enhanced List View is especially helpful for teams managing large asset libraries, as it reduces the need for tedious, manual updates.

• Use case: Ideal for content teams who frequently update metadata across multiple assets.
• Benefit: Faster metadata updates and more intuitive asset management.

Bulk Edits for Efficient Metadata Management

One of the standout features of Version 4 is the introduction of Bulk Edits. In previous versions, users had to update metadata for each asset individually, which could be a time-consuming process. Now, with Bulk Edits, you can apply changes across multiple assets or single columns in just a few clicks.

• Keyboard shortcuts: Use commands like Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V (CMD + C and CMD + V for Mac) to copy and paste metadata quickly.
• Select fields: Choose the metadata field columns in which the copied metadata should be inserted.

With Bulk Edits, updating asset information becomes a much smoother and faster process, reducing time spent on repetitive tasks.

• Use case: Great for teams handling high volumes of assets where consistency and speed are critical.
• Benefit: Huge time savings by enabling metadata updates for multiple assets at once.

Quick Filters for Precise Searches

Searching for assets in previous versions could be cumbersome, requiring multiple steps to apply filters. Version 4 introduces Quick Filters, a powerful tool that allows you to apply filters in just a few clicks.

With Quick Filters, you can:

• Narrow down your search by applying filters for file type, size, or other specific metadata.
• Combine multiple filters to refine your results with precision.

This feature drastically cuts down the time it takes to locate specific files, making it easier than ever to find the exact asset you’re looking for.

• Use case: Perfect for teams who frequently need to filter through large asset libraries.
• Benefit: Faster, more intuitive filtering for asset searches.

Upload & Edit Metadata Instantly

Last, but certainly not least, Version 4 of Brand Channel has improved the way users upload and edit metadata. Previously, assets needed to be processed before metadata could be updated. Now, with Instant Metadata Updates, users can upload assets and update metadata for multiple files instantly—even for large files.

• Real-time updates: Make metadata changes on the fly, even for multiple assets at once.
• No processing delays: Whether you’re dealing with small or large files, Version 4 ensures smooth and instant updates.

This feature is a game-changer for teams that handle large-scale uploads and need to maintain accurate metadata without interruptions.

• Use case: Great for content teams working with big batches of files that need metadata updates in real time.
• Benefit: Faster, more efficient asset management, especially for large file uploads.

Conclusion

The new features in Brand Channel Version 4 are designed to help you work more efficiently and effectively. From customisable navigation to powerful bulk editing tools, these updates empower users to take full control of their asset management experience.

Still not using the Brand Channel? Get in touch for a free demo and see how Version 4 can revolutionise your workflow.