Metadata is descriptive data that reveals the context about your files. While standard metadata includes basic information like file size and creation date, extended (embedded) metadata contains rich technical details specific to each file type.
Take a JPEG image: Beyond basic attributes, it contains 120 different metadata elements, from camera exposure settings to GPS coordinates. When you take a photo, your device automatically embeds this detailed information into the file, creating a comprehensive digital footprint that enhances file management and searchability.
Unlocking Hidden Metadata
Different file formats contain varying amounts of extended or embedded metadata, but this valuable information often remains untapped because manual extraction is impractical and technically challenging. Metadata mining automates the process of extracting and analyzing these hidden data elements across various file formats.
GRAU DATA’s MetadataHub addresses this challenge by automatically processing extended metadata from hundreds of file formats including complex file types, providing organizations with a scalable solution to unlock the value of information embedded in their files.