AEM local bulk asset upload

[AryaBa1]

Hi,

I’m running AEM locally on my machine and I often need to upload a large number of assets (images, PDFs, etc.) into the DAM. Is there a recommended way to bulk-upload assets into local AEM? I know I can drag-and-drop in the Assets UI, but that isn’t practical for hundreds/thousands of files.

Appreciate your help!

[SantoshSai · Accepted solution]

Hi @AryaBa1,

1. AEM Desktop App (Recommended)

• The AEM Desktop App is the modern, supported way to integrate DAM with your Windows Explorer.

• It mounts AEM DAM as a virtual network location so you can drag/drop files, copy folders, or open/edit assets directly from your desktop applications.

• Changes sync back to AEM, and DAM update workflows (renditions, metadata) run automatically.

Steps:

1. Download and install AEM Desktop App.

2. Launch the app and enter your AEM server URL (for local: http://localhost:4502).

3. Log in with your AEM credentials.

4. The DAM appears as a mounted location in Windows Explorer (e.g., “AEM Assets”).

5. Copy/paste or bulk upload files just like a normal folder.

2. WebDAV Mount (Legacy, Not Recommended)

• AEM DAM can also be exposed via WebDAV, allowing you to map it as a network drive in Windows.

• For example, you can connect to:

  http://localhost:4502/crx/repository/crx.default

• Once mapped, DAM folders appear as a network share.

Reference: https://experienceleague.adobe.com/en/docs/experience-manager-65/content/sites/administering/content...

[AryaBa1]

@SantoshSai Thank you. I was thinking to use Desktop App, but just wanted to confirm.