Media Manager – What It’s For & How To Use It
The Media Manager allows vendors to upload and manage images used in their product listings and store pages.
Good photos help products sell faster and give buyers confidence in what they are purchasing.
What Can the Media Manager Be Used For?
Vendors can use the Media Manager to upload:
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- Product photos
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- Store banners
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- Store logos
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- Additional gallery images
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- Documents or manuals (if enabled)
Why Good Images Matter
Clear photos can:
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- Increase buyer trust
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- Reduce customer questions
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- Help products appear more professional
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- Improve sales
For used outboard parts, buyers often want to see:
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- Part numbers
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- Condition
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- Corrosion or damage
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- Propeller blades
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- Wiring connectors
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- Engine labels
How To Upload Images
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- Log into your Vendor Dashboard.
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- Open the Media section from the left-hand menu.
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- Click Upload or Add New.
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- Select images from your computer or phone.
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- Wait for the upload to complete.
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- Your images are now available to use in products and store settings.
Recommended Image Tips
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- Use clear, well-lit photos
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- Photograph parts from multiple angles
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- Show any damage honestly
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- Include close-ups of part numbers
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- Avoid blurry images
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- Use plain backgrounds where possible
Best Image Types
Recommended formats:
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- JPG / JPEG
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- PNG
Suggested Image Sizes
For best results:
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- Product photos: at least 1000px wide
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- Store banners: wide landscape images
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- Store logo: square image works best
Common Problems
Image Upload Fails
Possible causes:
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- File too large
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- Unsupported file type
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- Slow internet connection
Try reducing image size and uploading again.
Images Look Blurry
Use higher quality photos and avoid screenshots where possible.
Wrong Image Uploaded
You can delete unused images from the Media Manager and upload a replacement.
Helpful Advice for Outboard Part Sellers
When selling used marine parts:
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- Clean parts before photographing
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- Show serial numbers clearly
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- Photograph both sides of electrical parts
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- Include any cracks, corrosion, or repairs
Honest listings help avoid disputes and returns.
Need Help?
If your store doesn’t look right:
support@outboardbits.co.uk
