[Beta] Revamped Asset Manager Updates: Drag-and-Drop, Custom Rows and More
Key Takeaways
The revamped Asset Manager now supports a streamlined vertical view, compact list rows, and drag-and-drop to insert assets. In the coming weeks, we plan to transition to an opt-out beta and then launch the revamped Asset Manager.
Go to File > Beta Features and enable the beta, then open the Asset Manager from the ribbon bar: Home > Assets.
Hi Creators,
We have several new improvements to the Asset Manager, ranging from UI improvements to new features improving usability. Let’s dive into it.
New Features
A Streamlined Vertical View
When in a vertical view next to the viewport, the Asset Manager now includes cleaner hierarchy navigation, search, and options to apply filters, refresh, or import.
In this view, you can navigate across different inventories by clicking on the header to expand the navigation menu. All the top-right tools are also collapsed into a single menu. We’ve also improved the search UI for the vertical layout. Asset type options are now available at the top, instead of inside a separate sidebar.
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To move items into different folders across your inventory, use the Move option in the context menu.
Custom Row Sizing
You can now customize the height of rows in the list view to set up a more comfortable or compact browsing experience. Click on the View Mode icon in the top right corner, and use the slider to change the row height to your preference. This works similarly to custom grid tile sizing; they’re independent of each other, but both are saved across Studio sessions.
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Drag-and-Drop Insert
You can now use the mouse to drag and drop assets into the workspace. This is an extension of the behavior available in Toolbox and the legacy Asset Manager; for example, you can now select multiple items at once and drag them in. A placeholder…