XMP metadata in PDF files

These schemas form the foundation of XMP metadata and:

  • Enable content discovery
  • Support rights management
  • Facilitate workflow automation
  • Enable asset tracking
  • Support content preservation
  • Enable system integration
  • Support industry-specific needs

1. Dublin Core Schema (dc)

  • Basic descriptive metadata
  • Content discovery and identification
  • Core elements like title, creator, description
  • Industry standard for document description
  • Prefix: dc

2. XMP Basic Schema (xmp)

  • Fundamental properties of digital assets
  • Creation dates, modification times
  • Basic ratings and labels
  • Creation tool information
  • Prefix: xmp

3. XMP Rights Management Schema (xmpRights)

  • Copyright information
  • Usage rights and restrictions
  • License terms
  • Rights holder information
  • Prefix: xmpRights

4. XMP Media Management Schema (xmpMM)

  • Version tracking
  • Asset relationships
  • Document history
  • Rendition management
  • Prefix: xmpMM

5. PDF Schema (pdf)

  • PDF-specific properties
  • PDF version information
  • Producer information
  • Printing information
  • Prefix: pdf