How to Rename an Asset Type

You can rename an asset type in the following ways:

  • In the Other Assets panel
  • From the Asset Template dialog box
  • While adding an asset

In the Other Assets Panel

  1. In the left pane, find the asset type you want to rename.
  2. Right-click it and select Rename.
  3. Enter the new name.

From the Asset Template Dialog Box

  1. Select Tools > Template > Asset.
  2. Select the Asset Types tab.
  3. Select an asset type from the list and select Rename.
  4. Type the new name for this asset type over the previous name (the previous name is highlighted and boxed).
  5. Click OK.

    The renamed asset type will be available for you to select whenever you add or modify an asset.

While Adding an Asset

  1. Select File > New Asset.
  2. In the New Asset dialog box, enter the name of the asset and other fields as needed.
  3. Click Asset Types.
  4. Select an asset type from the list and select Rename.
  5. Type the new name for this asset type over the previous name (the previous name is highlighted and boxed).
  6. Click OK.

    This renamed asset type will be available for you to select whenever you add or modify an asset.

You cannot rename the <Unknown> asset type.