(Video: 2 mins)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Navigate to Media Library
In the dashboard sidebar, click “Media”.
2. Find Your File
Click the “Search media” field and enter the exact name of the file you want to replace.
3. Select the File
When your file appears in the search results, click on it to open its details page.
4. Access Edit Options
Click “Edit more details” to see additional file options.
5. Start the Replacement Process
In the “Replace Media” section, click “Select New Media File”.
6. Upload Your New File
Click “Select Files” to browse and upload your replacement file.
Important: The new file must be the same file type as the original (PDF to PDF, JPEG to JPEG, etc.). Mixed file types will cause the replacement to fail.
7. Confirm the Replacement
After uploading, click “Perform Replacement” to initiate the replacement process.
8. Finalize Changes
Click “Update” to complete the process.
What Happens Next
The current admin page won’t show changes immediately, but your file will be updated on the live website within 5 mins. The old file is now replaced with your new version while keeping the same URL and location.