When configured, Curator can connect to archival systems to store high-resolution content, providing a cost-effective storage solution. Administrators can archive files directly from Clip Link by selecting assets and using a plugin to archive the chosen files. For how archiving is set up, see Archive and restore.
During the archiving process, metadata is assigned to assets to indicate to users that the high-resolution files are archived and may not be directly accessible via Curator Services. This is typically shown using metadata fields such as Archive:True/False and HiResPath: PathToFile/Removed. Users should be aware of this, as some workflows may require access to the files in storage to fulfil their requests.
Restoring archived assets
When configured, Curator can restore archived high-resolution content, so the files are available again for workflows that need direct access. Administrators can restore files from within Clip Link by selecting the archived assets and using a plugin to start the restore.
During the restore, metadata is updated to show that the high-resolution files are available again through Curator Services, typically using fields such as Archive:False/True and HiResPath: PathToFile/Removed. Once restored, the files are back in storage and can be used in any workflow.
Where configured, some workflows restore assets automatically as part of a request, such as a delivery workflow or an Adobe export.
In Curator for Adobe, users can switch between proxy and high-resolution files. If the high-resolution file is unavailable because it has been archived, and the system supports restoring, a message offers a RESTORE option to bring the file back to disk for editing.
