Data model 2016-04 / API v3 support in the QC Items editor, checklist helper for editors.

QC Test Material - Collections

QC Test Material can be grouped in Collections.

These are basically sets of references to existing Test Material.

The main use case is to gather material for a specific purpose, e.g. EBU Group work, without the need to copy/duplicate the material itself.

The difference between normal Test Material 'Folders' and 'Collections' is indicated by a different icon:

  • Folders: white folder icon.
  • Collections: black 'chest case' icon.

Please note that:

  • Test Material Collections may be limited in terms of access rights/visibility.
  • Test Material inside of a Collection keeps its original access rights.

Example:

  • If a Collection is public, but contains restricted Test Material Items, it depends on the end-user's rights whether they can see the material.

Owner and co-editors

Collections use the same model as Test Material:

  • The Owner (the person who created the collection, unless ownership was handed over) can edit it, change its privacy, choose co-editors, hand over ownership and delete it.
  • Co-editors (QC Editors only, chosen by the owner) can always see the collection and can change its name, description, folder and contents. They cannot change its privacy, co-editors or owner, and cannot delete it.
  • Creating a collection requires the test-material uploader role; being a co-editor does not.

Last updated 4 October 2026, 21:01 (UTC) · applies to v4.127.0