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Replace asset, keep metadata

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January 31, 2025
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Does AEM allow replacement of an asset (image or pdf) whilst retaining metadata, title etc?

I have read that this should be possible via a 'replace' button when the asset is selected but I don't see this option.

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Best answer by EstebanBustamante

Hi @jamesbr23

You will see the "replace" option when you upload an asset with the same name.

Hope this helps

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EstebanBustamante

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Hi @jamesbr23

You will see the "replace" option when you upload an asset with the same name.

Hope this helps

Esteban Bustamante

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JamesBr23Author

Thanks for the responses, but I cannot replicate this; indeed, if I upload a new image with same name as existing asset, I am offered the option of 'Replace', and this works. However, all that does is overwrite the original image AND metadata. Any metadata entered for the first upload is wiped when I replace the asset. Am I missing a step? Thank you.