Metadata and Tags
Zush can generate useful tags and metadata alongside filenames where the workflow and file type support it. This helps when filenames need to stay short but the folder still benefits from extra context. Use custom prompts to guide the tags you want.
What metadata can describe
Section titled “What metadata can describe”- file category
- document type
- client or project
- visible subject
- status or workflow stage
- audio, video, or transcript context
- image, PDF, or document topic
Filenames vs metadata
Section titled “Filenames vs metadata”| Use filenames for | Use metadata or tags for |
|---|---|
| Words you search for often | Extra classification |
| Sorting and scanning a folder | Workflow status |
| Client, topic, document type, date | Internal notes or secondary labels |
| Portable context that survives moving files | Context that only matters inside your local workflow |
Platform notes
Section titled “Platform notes”On Mac, renamed files and tags can work with Finder and Spotlight workflows. On Windows, descriptive names can help File Explorer and Windows Search when the folder is indexed. Support depends on file type and operating system behavior. For filename-first search workflows, use the searchable filenames guide.