You can create a duplicate of a media item rather than importing it again.
The copy will contain all the metadata and contents of the original, which you can then edit.
To make a copy of a media item
Navigate to the Media tab and locate the media item you'd like to duplicate.
Click on the ID, thumbnail or name of the media item to open it.
The media item will open into it's General tab, which contains its metadata information.
Navigate and click on the Actions button on the top right of the interface. This will open a list of possible actions.
Click on the Duplicate option.
A dialogue box will appear to confirm the duplication request.
Click the Duplicate button to confirm the action.
The new duplicated media item will open into its General tab.
You can verify it is the copy by noticing the word COPY in it's name.
You can click and rename the item in this area.
After renaming, click the Save button.
You can now make changes to the media item and add it to other ares inside the Platform.
- Read more about media items: Managing Media