> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.solidyne.ar/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# File Manager

> File Manager. Description.

## Introduction

<Note>
  The **File Manager** module was discontinued since **AUDICOM 14 (Audicom Black)** and replaced by **Media Manager**.\
  Although it remains included in the distribution to avoid an abrupt change, we recommend migrating to **Media Manager**, as File Manager will be removed in future versions.
</Note>

It can be accessed from the **"+ tools"** menu in the top bar of the main desktop.\
The module is organized in tabs that show the available audio files on each terminal (local or network drives).

**Features:**

* Uses a **fixed folder structure** (external folders will be ignored).
* Files are classified by type (Music, Spots, Commercials, Effects, etc.).
* Titles can be:
  * played on air,
  * inserted into the program schedule,
  * or loaded into Live Assist instant access buttons.

<Note>
  Each terminal only displays the folders declared on that terminal (**audioDrives**).\
  Additionally, the Administrator can restrict each user's access to specific folders from **Access Levels**.
</Note>

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## General Description

The main window shows the files in the selected folder with the following fields:\
**Artist – Title – Duration – Format – Location**.

* To view other folders: click on the upper tabs.
* If there are more than 18 folders: use the scroll buttons `<-- -->`.
* Window size and position are configurable.
* Column order can be changed by clicking on the header.
* **Quick letter search** is also possible:
  * Example: Pressing "A" positions the cursor on the first file beginning with "A" in the active column.

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## Title Colors (last air time)

Music files registered in the database appear in different colors according to time since last broadcast:

* **Red**: \< 4 hours
* **Orange**: 4-12 hours
* **Green**: 12-24 hours
* **Black**: > 24 hours

Time ranges are configured in the **Configuration Panel**.

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## Folder Colors

Each folder can be assigned a color for easier identification.

* Filters allow showing only folders of a specific color.
* Colors are unique and valid for all network terminals.
* They are defined when creating the folder or from the **INFO** window.

<Tip>
  We recommend creating a reference chart visible in the studio.\
  Example: red = music, green = spots, yellow = effects.
</Tip>

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## Main Buttons

### Update

`[Numeric Keypad /]`

* Updates the selected folder to show new files.
* By default, File Manager stores the listing in memory when opening a folder; changes don't appear until pressing **Update**.
* The window shows date and time of last update.

### Insert

`[Enter]`

* Inserts the selected title into the **CyberPlay** window (above the yellow cursor).
* Also supports **Drag & Drop**.
* Multiple selected titles can be inserted at once.

### Cue Start / Stop

`[Delete]`

* Plays the selected title in **preview**.
* Double click = preview playback.
* Second click or Delete = play last 5 seconds (Cue End).
* Right click = stop preview.

<Warning>
  If the system works with **a single sound card**, there is no monitoring channel.\
  In this case, double clicking plays the file directly **on air**.
</Warning>

### Play

* Plays the selected title through the **Program** output (same as CyberPlay).
* If CyberPlay is already playing, the file mixes on air.
* Includes VU meters, time counter and position bar.

### Stop / Pause

* **Once**: stops and pauses (can resume).
* **Double click**: stops completely and moves to next file.

### Audio Edit

* Accessed from context menu or expanded window.
* Opens the file in the associated editor according to extension (.wav, .mp3, .txt).
* By default, .wav files open in **FX5**.
* If another editor is installed, Windows may automatically assign it.

### Syncro

Allows **folder synchronization** between two locations (left/right).

Options:

* **Sync left**: copies from right → left.
* **Sync right**: copies from left → right.
* **Both**: both folders end up with identical content.

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<Info>
  Although File Manager remains functional, we recommend gradually migrating to **Media Manager**, which replaces all these functions with a more modern and scalable design.
</Info>