Replace it Once, See It Everywhere with the File Replacement & “In Use” indicator Features!
Managing content across multiple displays can be complex, especially when campaigns span across dozens of playlists. Venus Control Suite is introducing new tools that make updating and tracking your Media Library faster and more transparent. With File Replacement and the In-Use Indicator, you’ll spend less time chasing down files and more time focusing on the content that matters. These enhancements are built to simplify workflows and give you confidence in what’s playing on your display(s).
David Grotzinger on 12/1/2025
Categories: Venus Control Suite Training
Two Features, One Goal for Efficiency
The new File Replacement and In-Use Indicator features were designed and inspired by customer feedback from teams who manage large networks of displays. Together, these features streamline how you can update media and provide instant visibility into where your files are being used.
Putting it to Work
Imagine you’ve scheduled a promotion across hundreds of stores and realize the pricing needs to be corrected. Instead of manually editing every playlist that file is “In Use", you can simply replace the file one time in the Media Library, and the update will carry over automatically. Meanwhile, if you were struggling to find the file to replace or maybe there was a duplicate, you could look for the “In Use” indicator to make sure you are replacing an active file.
Key Capabilities
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File Replacement – In Select Package or higher
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Replace existing files directly in the Media Library, so updates automatically flow into every playlist that the file was being used in.
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3 Step process makes replacing files straightforward: Upload the new file, Compare, Confirm!
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“In Use” Indicator – All Packages
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Instantly see which files are active with a clear “In Use” label in the Media Library.
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Selecting the file reveals “In Use Details” including the playlist or Web Presentation the file is being used in and a link to the playlist or Web Presentation.
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Built For Today, Ready for Tomorrow
These updates mark another step forward in making Venus Control Suite more intuitive and powerful. By combining effortless file replacement with clear visibility into media usage, you’ll gain greater control over your content and peace of mind across your display network.