Manage Documents Metadata using Python APIs

Retrieve, view and modify Microsoft Word, PowerPoint Presentations and PDF metadata using Aspose.Total for Python via .NET.

Managing document metadata is an important aspect of organizing, categorizing, and tracking information associated with documents. Metadata provides additional context and details about a document, making it easier to search, retrieve, and manage. By effectively managing document metadata, organizations can enhance document organization, retrieval, and overall information management processes. This is particularly valuable in collaborative environments or when dealing with large document repositories.

Ways to Manage Document Metadata

Document Properties
Custom Metadata Fields
Metadata Standards
Document Management Systems (DMS)
Automated Metadata Extraction
Metadata Tagging
Version Control
Searchable Index
Metadata Templates
Regular Audits
Security and Access Controls
Retention Policies
Integration with Workflows
Training and Documentation

Manage Microsoft Word Document Metadata

Document metadata management using Aspose.Total for Python via .NET offers a powerful and efficient way to retrieve basic properties, advanced properties, and custom metadata specific to your needs without the need to write code from scratch:

Python Code - View Microsoft Word Document Metadata

	doc = aw.Document(docs_base.my_dir + "Properties.docx")

	print("1. Document name: 0", doc.original_file_name)
	print("2. Built-in Properties")

	for prop in doc.built_in_document_properties :
	print("0 : 1", prop.name, prop.value)

	print("3. Custom Properties")

	for prop in doc.custom_document_properties :
	print("0 : 1", prop.name, prop.value)

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Python Code - Add Microsoft Word Document Properties

	docMetadata = aw.Document(my_dir + "Properties.docx")

	customProperties = docMetadata.custom_document_properties

	if (customProperties.get_by_name("Authorized") != None) :
	return

	customProperties.add("Authorized", True)
	customProperties.add("Authorized By", "John Smith")
	customProperties.add("Authorized Date", datetime.today())
	customProperties.add("Authorized Revision", doc.built_in_document_properties.revision_number)
	customProperties.add("Authorized Amount", 123.45)

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