## Metadata: - Source: Make WordPress Core - Reference: https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/07/07/media-library/ , [[Media Library]] - Tags: #wordpress , #medialibrary , #imageediting , #userexperience , #phase3 , #gutenberg ## Summary: This note discusses the need to revamp the image editing interface in the media library. It highlights the importance of unifying and improving cropping tools, visualizing thumbnails, and implementing duotone effects. ## Main Content: The article emphasizes the need to revamp the image editing interface in the media library. It suggests that the current interface should be aligned with the current block editor tools. Specifically, the cropping tools need to be unified and further improved. The article also suggests improving the visualization and toggling options for different thumbnails. Additionally, implementing non-destructive duotone effects can enhance the image editing experience. By revamping the image editing interface, users will have a more seamless and user-friendly experience when editing and manipulating images in the media library. ## Links - [[3. Resources/Literature Notes/Media Library - Command Center and Media Tools]] — because extends: same Phase 3 Media Library initiative — this note covers the image-editing surface, the other covers the command-center/tools surface - [[Zet · Feature friction analysis improves UX decisions]] — evidence-for: unifying crop tools and exposing thumbnail states makes interface friction visible enough to guide the redesign. - [[3. Resources/MOCs/Open Source Governance MOC]] — applies-in: the MOC lists this note under WordPress Specifically.