> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://knowledgebase.fabricdata.com/fabric-knowledge-base/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://knowledgebase.fabricdata.com/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/discovery-record-tabs/metadata.md). # Metadata The primary tab contains the core metadata that describes the record. These attributes are essential in maintaining a clean & consistent title catalog, and are typically the data attributes that deliver most value in the context of search, discovery and recommendations.
{% tabs %} {% tab title="Origination" %} ### Origination {% hint style="info" %} The highest level production information relating to the title. {% endhint %} #### Origination Data Summary | Field | Description | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Original Production Number | The client identifier for a given record at the season or episode level. This can be in any format and has no dependencies. Typical examples here are “0701”, “GOTS01E05”, combining season and episode number into a single value. | | Original Season Number | The sequential number associated with the original release of the Season. | | Original Running Order Position Number | Applies at the Episode level only. This attribute is sourced directly from the Running Order tab, and denotes the position of this Episode in the Original Running Order of the parent Season. This will be a system-defined integer. | | Original Airing Order | The Airing order is typically used to enable “binge-watching” across multiple seasons of a show. It is an incremental sequencing of episodes across all episodes, in all seasons within a show. | | [Record Type](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/record-categorization.md#types) | The classification of the sub-type of a record category. This is typically used for production technique, Eg; Live Action, Animation, Game Show etc. but also covers additional content type such as Commercials, Gag Reels, Interviews & more. | | [Country of Origin](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/countries.md) | The country of origin refers to the country where the movie was primarily produced and financed. The country of origin is important in the film industry because it can affect the distribution and marketing of the movie. For example, movies made in certain countries may have more difficulty finding an audience in other countries due to cultural differences or political tensions. Additionally, some countries may have quotas or regulations regarding the number of foreign films that can be screened in theatres, which can impact the movie's distribution. | | [Primary Language](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/languages.md) | The primary language refers to the main language that is spoken in the movie, which is typically the language spoken by the characters on screen. This is the language in which the dialogue and other audio elements were originally recorded during production. | | Release Year | Refers to the year in which a program was first principally released. | | Production Year | Refers to the year that the content was produced within. | | Approximate Release Duration | Approximate Duration is a field that represents the approximate length of a particular film or TV show, this is presented in hours, minutes and seconds. This is not intended to be used for scheduling or presentation purposes. | | Sequencial | Use to identify if the title is intended to be presented within a sequence of programs. | | [Brand](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/brands.md) | Refers to a studio, network, or production company that produces content or its associated intellectual property. It can also refer to a particular type of content or a particular production style that is associated with a particular studio. | | Production Start Year | If production spanned multiple years, this signifies the first year that production started. | | Additional Spoken Languages | Additional Spoken Languages refers to any language other than the primary language spoken in a film or TV show that is also featured in the audio track. Examples of additional spoken languages may include subtitled foreign language dialogue, sign language, or other non-primary languages spoken. | | Additional Countries of Origin | Additional Countries of Origin refers to any countries other than the main country of origin of a film or TV show. For example, if a film is primarily produced in the United States, Additional Countries of Origin may include any countries that provided funding, resources, or personnel to the production. | | Release Type | Release type is a term used to refer to the type of release a film or TV show has undergone. It can refer to a theatrical release, a DVD/Blu-ray release, a streaming release, or a broadcast release. | | [Studios & Production Companies](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/studios.md) | Studios and production companies refer to the organisations that are involved in the production process for films and television shows. These companies are typically responsible for the financial aspects of production, such as funding the project, hiring cast and crew, and distributing the finished product. They can also be involved in creative aspects of production, such as providing creative direction, collaborating with writers and directors, or even owning the copyright to a particular show or movie. | | Licensor | A licensor is the entity or individual that owns the rights to a piece of intellectual property and grants permission for others to use it. | | Production Country | Production Country is the principal country where the film or television show was produced. | | Original Aspect Ratio | Original Aspect Ratio is a term used to refer to the width and height of a film or television show's original presentation. It is the ratio of the width of the image compared to the height, usually expressed in a fraction, such as 16:9 or 4:3. This ratio is important because it affects how the film or show is presented in different formats, such as on television or on a website. | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Descriptors" %} ### [Descriptors](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/descriptors.md) {% hint style="info" %} Descriptors (sometimes referred to as labels or keywords) are used to classify and categorise films and television shows, and other media for marketing and classification purposes. They are also used to drive content search & discovery, recommendation services and more frequently specific descriptor data sets are used to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. {% endhint %} Find the descriptors data set here.

The Descriptors section in the Metadata tab.

The Trivia component of the Metadata tab in the Fabric Studio application.

#### Descriptors Data Summary | Field | Description | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [Genres](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Genres are the highest level of thematic categorisation and are use to classify films and TV shows, usually based on common themes, styles, or topics. Examples of genres include comedy, drama, horror, action, fantasy, sci-fi, and documentary. The Fabric Studio list has been curated to match the most broadly adopted industry Genre types. | | [Sub-Genres](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Sub-genres refer to categories of films and television shows that are further divided within a larger genre. For example, within the horror genre there are sub-genres such as slasher films, zombie films, monster films, and psychological thrillers. | | Recommendation Genres | Recommendation Genres are a set of genres used to generate recommendations for films and TV shows based on a user's preferences. These genres are used to find similar titles that a user may be interested in watching. | | [Moods](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Moods are a type of metadata that describes the atmosphere of a film or TV show. This metadata can be used to categorise content and help viewers decide which show or movie to watch. Moods may include descriptions such as romantic, suspenseful, funny, dramatic, and more. These are typically utilised to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. | | [Action](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Refers to actions that are undertaken by characters or objects within the content narrative. These are typically utilised to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. | | [Location](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Film locations refer to the specific locations where films and TV shows are filmed. This includes both interior and exterior shots, as well as any location that is featured in the film or TV show. This information is often included in the film and TV metadata and can be used to identify the exact location of a particular scene or shot. | | Tags | Tags are additional keywords or phrases that help to categorise and organise content. | | [Time (Era)](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Refers to the time period in which a film or TV show is set. This information helps viewers to identify the genre, style, and culture of the show. It can also be used to determine whether the show is appropriate for certain age groups. | | [Character Types](https://www.notion.so/Descriptors-af3965279a7f44558e34e65541190f86) | Character types refer to the different types of characters that appear in a film or television show. They can include protagonists, antagonists, supporting characters, etc. They principally used to drive content search & discovery, recommendation services and more frequently specific descriptor data sets are used to drive D2C and streaming service features and functionality. | | Keywords | Words or phrases that help to categorise and organise content. | | SEO Keywords | SEO keywords are keywords or phrases that are included in a film or TV metadata to help make it more searchable online. They are often related to the film's genre, plot, or characters, and are intended to give the film or TV show a higher ranking in search engine results. | | Product Placement | The inclusion of a product or brand within a film or television program as a form of paid advertisement. It is a marketing technique used to promote a product or service through the depiction of it within a film or television show. | | Trivia | Trivia is a type of film and TV metadata that describes interesting facts and details about a movie or television show. Examples of trivia include cast and crew members' birthdays, behind-the-scenes production information, filming locations, and film and TV references. | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Classification" %} ### Classification {% hint style="info" %} Refers to the age guidance for recommended minimum and maximum age for viewers of a film or television program. This is typically associated with children’s content, Eg; 3-6 year olds, 8-12 year olds. {% endhint %}

The classification section in the metadata tab.

#### Classification Data Summary | Field | Description | | ------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Minimum Age | Used to refer to the minimum age suggested for watching a particular film or TV show. | | Maximum Age | Used to refer to the maximum age suggested for watching a particular film or TV show. | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Certification" %} ### [Certification](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/certifications.md) {% hint style="info" %} Certification or “Content Rating Encoding” is the system used to classify films and television programs according to their suitability for different age groups. It is used to provide guidance to viewers, allowing them to make informed decisions about what they watch. Content ratings often appear as symbols or codes that denote the age-appropriateness of a film or TV program, as well as any potentially objectionable content. The ratings are typically assigned by a governmental agency or industry organisation, and may vary from country to country. Fabric Studio supports three types of Content Rating Encoding. {% endhint %} Find the certification data set here.

The certification section in the metadata tab.

#### Certification Data Summary | Field | Description | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [Official Body](https://www.notion.so/Certifications-39a1474ab6c94c76a711ae6a47d8c01e) | For these ratings, Fabric utilises the MovieLabs Content Rating Encoding standard. The full standard is available to view at the MovieLabs Official Website. | | [External Resource](https://www.notion.so/Certifications-39a1474ab6c94c76a711ae6a47d8c01e) | Supports Ratings data from external sources & services. The default standard utilised in Fabric Studio is the Common Sense Media Rating. | | [Internal](https://www.notion.so/Certifications-39a1474ab6c94c76a711ae6a47d8c01e) | For content that has not yet been official certified, or for content that needs specific ratings for VOD or D2C platform deliveries, clients are able to add their own internal age ratings to content. | | Region | The country or territory associated with a rating. | | System | The governing body associated with the issuance of a rating, Eg; MPAA, BBFC, etc. | | Type | The medium for which which the rating was associated, Eg; Game, Film, TV, etc. | | Environment | The presentation mechanism associated with a rating, Eg; Broadcast, Theatrical, etc. | | Rating | The specific Certification assigned to the content, Eg; PG, 12A, etc. | | {% endtab %} | | {% tab title="Links" %} ### Links {% hint style="info" %} Allows clients to store URLs relating to a record. This can be used for corresponding pages in another internal system, a third party service page, a D2C product page, or any other type or relevant URL relating to a title. {% endhint %}

The links section in the metadata tab.

#### Links Data Summary | Field | Description | | ------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------- | | Name | The name of the type of URL, Eg; Official Site, IMDB Page, etc. | | URL | The actual hyperlink location of the page. | | {% endtab %} | | | {% endtabs %} | | ### Tutorials Learn how to use and edit the Metadata Tab: {% content-ref url="/pages/YnMVdWLWjUuYYIRIuvbm" %} [Manual Metadata Enrichment](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/discovery-record-tabs/metadata/manual-metadata-enrichment.md) {% endcontent-ref %} ***
Related Articles * [Data Sets](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/destinations/preferences/data-sets.md) * [Certifications](/fabric-knowledge-base/learn-the-application/default-data-sets/certifications.md)
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