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Sync Media Items
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Description

Sync Media Items is a WordPress plugin that automatically detects and registers media files stored in wp-content/uploads but missing from the WordPress Media Library. The sync process runs daily using WP Cron, and you can also manually trigger a sync from the admin panel.

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Features

• Automatic Daily Sync: Uses WP Cron to sync media files every day.
• Manual Sync Option: Allows admins to trigger synchronization manually from the WordPress dashboard.
• Year/Month Selection: Choose to sync all media files or files from a specific year or month.
• Prevents Duplicate Entries: Ensures files already registered in the media library are not added again.
• Supports Various Formats: JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, WEBP.

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Installation

Download the plugin ZIP file or clone the repository.

Upload the plugin to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.

Activate the plugin from the Plugins menu in WordPress.

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Usage

1. Automatic Sync

The plugin automatically runs every day using WP Cron. No further action is required.

2. Manual Sync

Navigate to Sync Media Items in the WordPress admin menu.

Select a specific year/month or choose “Sync All”.

Click Start Sync Now.

The sync process will run in the background, and a success message will appear once it’s completed.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What happens if a file already exists in the media library?

The plugin checks for existing records and skips duplicates to prevent redundant entries.

2. Can I run the sync manually?

Yes, you can manually trigger a sync from the admin dashboard under Sync Media Items.

3. What image formats are supported?

Currently, the plugin supports JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, and WEBP formats.

4. Does this plugin modify or delete existing files?

No, the plugin only scans and registers media files into the WordPress Media Library. It does not delete or modify any files.

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