When adding media, the "Library" and "My files" tabs allow the administrator to access previously uploaded files.
Library: All images that the currently logged-in user has permissions to view. For example, the site admin can see all images.
My files: All files uploaded by the currently logged-in user.
Filters can be used to limit the types of media that is displayed. If the name of the file is known, the "File name" can be used to filter and quickly find media.
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