The WordPress Media Library is your central hub for managing all the files you upload to your website, including images, videos, and documents.
Whether you’re adding a featured image, embedding a video, or linking to a PDF, all your media files are stored and managed in one place.
Uploading Files to the Media Library
You can upload media files in two main ways:
WordPress Dashboard (Option 1)
While editing a page using Elementor. (Option 2)
Option 1: Upload from the WordPress Dashboard
Log in to your WordPress Dashboard.
Click Media in the left-hand menu.
Click Add New.
Select files from your computer.
Your files will be uploaded and saved in the Media Library.
Option 2: Upload While Editing with Elementor
Open the page you want to edit.
Click Edit with Elementor.
Click on the element (e.g., Image, Video, Button, or File Download) where you want to add your file.
In the element’s settings panel, click Choose Image, Insert Media, or Select File.
Upload a new file or select one from the Media Library.
Click Insert to add it to your page.
Managing Uploaded Files
Once your files are uploaded, you can manage them from Media → Library in your WordPress Dashboard.
Edit File Details
Click any file to update:
Title
Caption
Alt Text (important for accessibility and SEO)
Description
Adding alt text helps screen readers and search engines understand your images.
Best Practices for Each File Type:
Images
Resize images to the correct dimensions before uploading.
Compress images to reduce file size and improve page speed.
Videos
It’s best to host videos on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo and embed them into Elementor.
This saves server space and improves performance.
PDFs
Upload PDFs to the Media Library and link to them using buttons or text in Elementor.
Keep file sizes small to ensure fast downloads.
Conclusion
Using Elementor with the WordPress Media Library makes it easy to upload, organize, and display your images, videos, and documents. By following these steps and best practices, you’ll keep your media organized and ensure your website runs smoothly.