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Use file name as the memory title

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January 4, 2020 edited September 28, 2020 in Suggest an Idea
Laura said: When I upload photos/documents, the title could default to the file name, so I don't have to re-type it for every upload.
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 1, 2020
    Beth Ann Wiseman said: There is a small check box on the upload page that says “Use file name as title”. Check that box and it’s done. The file extension (.jpg, .pdf, etc) is dropped from the title.
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 1, 2020
    Laura said: I used the drag-and-drop feature to upload a whole folder at once. Now that they're uploaded, is there an option to retroactively update the titles?
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 1, 2020
    Beth Ann Wiseman said: Unfortunately, no. I hate it when I do that — and I have done it and I know the checkbox is there!!!
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 2, 2020
    JT said: There are many scenarios during an upload where there is no checkbox to check for that option. It should just default to be checked. Too many people don't bother to enter a title.
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 2, 2020
    Jeff Porter said: However, the Gallery No Title view is a great view for putting thoughtful titles on Memories. Having the file name as the title would make it harder to find the memories needing meaningful titles. There are always pros can cons to both sides of issues.
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  • LegacyUser
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    January 4, 2020
    JT said: But for many people, seeing a blank field doesn't lead them to believe there is anything missing. Because they may not even be realizing there should be ANY title in there.

    But if they see a field filled in with some random filename (in some cases) would make them realize maybe they better replace it with something better.

    And many people DO already have a meaningful title for their filename in the first place.

    Unfortunately, only the memory submitter is allowed to update any & all fields, except for tags & comments.
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