Every library has its own needs. A 2D footage library is usually simpler than a texture library or a 3D library. This page collects the guides for each library type.
New to Das Element? Start with Core Concept. It explains how libraries, categories and tags work before you pick a setup.
Library types
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Set up a texture library: key principles for setting up a texture library.
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Set up a 3D library: step by step guide to a library for 3D models and their textures.
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Set up a project library: organize everything for one show, with categories that mirror the project structure.
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Set up an on-set library: a folder-driven workflow for VFX on-set data wrangling.
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Set up an existing library: use Das Element with files and folders you already have.
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3D support and roadmap: current 3D support and supported formats for the 3D viewer.
Managing libraries
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Move library data: move a whole library to a new location.
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Migrate elements to another library: copy or move elements between libraries.
Want the background? Read The humble guide to building an asset library on befores & afters.