Importing and exporting metadata

Importing metadata from a file

You can import metadata from an XML file, including a file created by exporting metadata from another resource.

Note  Importing metadata clears all existing metadata, including metadata not visible in the current view.

Import metadata from a file

1. On the Edit Metadata page for the module or topic you want to modify, click Import Metadata.
2. Click Import XML File.
3. Select whether the file is from your course or stored on your computer.
   • If the file is from your course, click Select a File to locate the file.
   • If your file is stored on your computer, click Browse to locate the file.
4. Click Import.

Exporting a resource’s metadata

1. On the Edit Metadata page for the module or topic you want to modify, click Export Metadata.
2. Enter a file name for the export file.
3. Select the format you want to export metadata from.
4. Click Export.