To what kind of metadata can users assign custom key-value pairs in OCI Object Storage?

In OCI Object Storage, users can assign custom key-value pairs to user-defined custom metadata. This type of metadata allows users to add specific information about the stored objects that is relevant to their applications or business processes. Custom metadata is valuable for categorizing, filtering, or managing data within the object storage environment in a way that aligns with organizational needs.

User-defined custom metadata provides flexibility because it can be tailored to specific use cases, which is not possible with system or default metadata that is typically predefined and limited to certain attributes. Custom metadata can include things like ownership information, processing status, or any other pertinent details that require the key-value structure, thus making it easily accessible and easily managed alongside the objects themselves.