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Media Catalog

Media catalog software organizes your collections. Manage movies, music, and books with searchable, categorized, and easy-to-use catalogs.

Media catalog

A media catalog is a tidy list of your movies, music, photos, and games in one place. It helps you remember what you own, where it is stored, and what you have already watched or played. Tags and search let you find items fast for family nights or school projects. Sharing a simple list with friends prevents buying duplicates by mistake. With a clear catalog, your collection feels lighter and easier to enjoy.

How do I set up my catalog?

Pick a tool or spreadsheet and create columns like title, type, location, and rating. Add items one shelf or one folder at a time so the job stays small. Take photos of cases or covers and link them for quick ID. Use tags like family, travel, or language so you can filter later. Save your file in the cloud so you can update it from any device.

What information should I track?

  • Title, year, and creator or studio.
  • Format and file location or shelf.
  • Tags, rating, and play status.
  • Notes like subtitles or extras.

How do I keep it up to date?

Make a habit to add new items the day you get them. When you sell or gift something, mark it as gone instead of deleting the row. Run a quick monthly review to fix names and remove duplicates. If others use the catalog, set simple rules so entries look the same.

App with database or simple sheet?

An app can scan barcodes, fetch covers, and show rich views. A sheet is flexible, portable, and works offline anywhere. Choose an app for big libraries and automatic art. Choose a sheet for small collections and full control.

How can kids find things safely?

Create child friendly tags and a special view that hides mature items. Use big pictures and short names that are easy to read. Save favorite playlists for quick starts on weekends. Teach kids to use search and to put things back in the right place.

How do I share with family or friends?

Share a read only link or export a simple PDF so others can browse. Let trusted people suggest edits without changing the core. Use a wishlist section so gifts match what you want. Back up your catalog so memories are safe for years to come.

Media Catalog FAQ

What is a media catalog?
A media catalog is a simple library for your movies, music, photos, and games. It scans folders, reads tags, and builds clean lists with covers and dates. You can sort by title or artist, add ratings, and find files fast with search and filters, so your media database stays tidy and easy to browse.
Which features help big libraries most?
Helpful features include fast indexing, tag editing, bulk rename, smart playlists, duplicate finder, and face or title recognition. Cloud sync and multi-device access let families share one media library. With watch history and resume play, you always pick up right where you left off.
Where do posters and info come from?
The app fetches posters, summaries, and cast from public databases or your local tags. In Settings, choose sources and language, then refresh the library. If a title is wrong, edit the match and save. You can also add your own images for rare items that do not exist in online catalogs.
How often should I refresh the library?
Refresh after you add new files or change folder names. A weekly scan is safe for most homes, while daily refresh fits active downloaders. Enable auto-scan on startup and when folders change, so posters, genres, and play counts stay current and your media catalog is always ready to enjoy.
How do I add a new folder to scan?
Open Settings, choose Library or Folders, and press Add. Pick the path that holds your media, set the type like Movies or Music, and save. The app will scan the folder and pull posters and tags. Keep each type in its own directory to avoid mismatches and speed up future rescans.
Which is better: local or cloud library?
A local library is fast and private, with no internet needed, but you must back it up. A cloud library syncs across devices and is easy to share, yet depends on storage limits and network. Choose by speed, privacy, and who needs access, and keep a simple backup plan for either option.