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This article shows how to import audio and video from Media Storage into GHL Customer Care course lessons to reuse media, avoid re-uploads, and build faster.

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  1. Key Benefits of Import from Media Storage Feature in Courses
  2. How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson
  3. Frequently Asked Questions
  4. Related Articles

Adding video and audio to course lessons is faster when you can reuse media you’ve already uploaded. With Import from Media Storage, course creators can pull existing audio and video files directly into lessons—without re-uploading or managing duplicates. This article shows how to use the import from media storage feature in GHL Customer Care Courses.

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What is Import from Media Storage Feature in Courses?

Import from Media Storage lets you attach existing audio or video files stored in GHL Customer Care Media Storage to a course lesson. Instead of uploading the same file again, you select it from Media Storage and import it into the lesson.

This approach keeps your content library organized and reduces repetitive work—especially when you reuse the same video or audio across multiple lessons or courses.

Key Benefits of Import from Media Storage Feature in Courses

  • No duplicate uploads: Import existing audio/video instead of uploading the same file multiple times.

  • Faster course building: Add lesson media in a few clicks using content already in Media Storage.

  • Centralized content management: Keep course media organized in Media Storage for easier reuse.

  • Cleaner workflows: Reduce duplicate file versions and simplify media updates across courses.

How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson 

Importing media directly from Media Storage helps you build lessons faster while keeping your media library centralized and reusable.

  1. Go to Memberships > Courses > Products.

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    Buttons and menus referenced MembershipsCourses > ProductsOpencoursecreateeditImport from Media StorageClick to select from media storageSelectaudio/video fileInsert Media
    Next stepOpen the course you want to edit by clicking on it.
    All 7 steps in this procedure
    1. Go to Memberships > Courses > Products. this image
    2. Open the course you want to edit by clicking on it.
    3. Navigate to the lesson you want to update.
    4. Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson.
    5. Click on the Import from Media Storage button.
    6. Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use.
    7. Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media.

  2. Open the course you want to edit by clicking on it.

  3. Navigate to the lesson you want to update.

  4. Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson.

    Step 4 of 7: Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson What this shows Step 4 of 7: Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson. What this shows Shows what to click for step 4 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". This animation accompanies step 4 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". At this point in the walkthrough you click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson. The navigation path used here is Memberships > Courses > Products. The next step is to click on the Import from Media Storage button. Step 4 of 7Path: Memberships > Courses > ProductsImage 2 of 4 What to clickClick to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson.
    Buttons and menus referenced createeditMembershipsCourses > ProductsOpencourseImport from Media StorageClick to select from media storageSelectaudio/video fileInsert Media
    Next stepClick on the Import from Media Storage button.
    All 7 steps in this procedure
    1. Go to Memberships > Courses > Products.
    2. Open the course you want to edit by clicking on it.
    3. Navigate to the lesson you want to update.
    4. Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson. this image
    5. Click on the Import from Media Storage button.
    6. Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use.
    7. Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media.

  5. Click on the Import from Media Storage button.

  6. Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use.

    Step 6 of 7: Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your… What this shows Step 6 of 7: Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use. What this shows Shows what to choose for step 6 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". This screenshot accompanies step 6 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". At this point in the walkthrough you click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use. The navigation path used here is Memberships > Courses > Products. The next step is to select the audio/video file and click Insert Media. Step 6 of 7Path: Memberships > Courses > ProductsImage 3 of 4 What to chooseClick on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use.
    Buttons and menus referenced Click to select from media storageMembershipsCourses > ProductsOpencoursecreateeditImport from Media StorageSelectaudio/video fileInsert Media
    Next stepSelect the audio/video file and click Insert Media.
    All 7 steps in this procedure
    1. Go to Memberships > Courses > Products.
    2. Open the course you want to edit by clicking on it.
    3. Navigate to the lesson you want to update.
    4. Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson.
    5. Click on the Import from Media Storage button.
    6. Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use. this image
    7. Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media.

  7. Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media.

    Step 7 of 7: Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media What this shows Step 7 of 7: Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media. What this shows Shows what to choose for step 7 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". This screenshot accompanies step 7 of 7 in the "How To Import Media from Media Storage into a Course Lesson" section of "Courses - Import from Media Storage". At this point in the walkthrough you select the audio/video file and click Insert Media. The navigation path used here is Memberships > Courses > Products. Step 7 of 7Path: Memberships > Courses > ProductsImage 4 of 4 What to chooseSelect the audio/video file and click Insert Media.
    Buttons and menus referenced Selectaudio/video fileInsert MediaMembershipsCourses > ProductsOpencoursecreateeditImport from Media StorageClick to select from media storage
    All 7 steps in this procedure
    1. Go to Memberships > Courses > Products.
    2. Open the course you want to edit by clicking on it.
    3. Navigate to the lesson you want to update.
    4. Click to create a new lesson or edit an existing lesson.
    5. Click on the Import from Media Storage button.
    6. Click on the Click to select from media storage button to browse your Media Storage library and select the audio/video file you want to use.
    7. Select the audio/video file and click Insert Media. this image

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are images supported?

No, you can only import audio/video.

Q: Does importing from Media Storage upload a new copy of the file?

No. Importing uses the existing audio/video stored in Media Storage so you don’t have to re-upload.

Q: I don’t see “Import via Media Library” in my lesson. What should I check?

Confirm you’re in the lesson editor (create/edit) and verify your user role includes access to Medias and Memberships/Courses.

Q: Can I reuse the same video in multiple lessons or courses?

Yes. Importing is designed for reuse. Select the same Media Storage file in as many lessons as needed.

Q: Will learners see the imported media if the lesson isn’t published?

Learners only see published content. Save stores your changes; publishing makes them available based on your course visibility settings.

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