🧬 Scenario: Clean up duplicate files
Run Tools → Duplicate Detector to group copies by content, keep one (the original or the copy actually in use — repoint others with Smart Replace first), and move the rest to the Recycle Bin.
Media Library Manager → Tools → Duplicate Detector
Files are grouped by matching content
Note which copy is actually used in content
✗ Yes — used in content Use Smart Replace first Point references at the one copy you are keeping Then move the extras to the Recycle Bin Now nothing references them | ✓ No — safe to remove Keep one copy Preferably the original / linked attachment Move the rest to the Recycle Bin Reversible during the retention period |
💡 Keep the copy with the most references or the original upload, so existing pages keep working.
Questions people ask
Which copy should I keep?
Keep the one that is actually referenced (highest usage count) or the original upload, then repoint the others with Smart Replace before removing them.
Is removing duplicates reversible?
Yes, if you move them to the Recycle Bin rather than deleting permanently — you can restore within the retention period.
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