Shared Files Overview

Shared files in Foxel are resources that can be used across multiple projects. Unlike project files, they are not tied to a single project, which makes them useful for building reusable libraries and presets.

All shared files are stored in Documents\Foxel\Shared\.

Accessing Shared Files

Some shared file types have dedicated workspace pages:

• Mini Sets are managed on the Minis page.
• Prefab Packages are managed on the Prefabs page.

All other shared file types can be accessed through File > Shared Files and the corresponding submenu entries.

It is recommended to manage shared files through Foxel's user interface instead of the file explorer so that changes are handled correctly.

Key Benefits of Shared Files

• Reuse: Make resources available across all projects.
• Consistency: Keep colors, materials, presets, and reusable content organized in one place.
• Performance: Most shared resources use Foxel's own file formats for efficient loading.

Shared File Types

The following shared file types are available:

• Color Palettes: Reusable palette files for consistent color schemes across assets and projects.
• Material Sets: Reusable material collections for surface appearance and shading.
• Mini Sets: Collections of Minis that can be reused across projects.
• Prefab Packages: Collections of reusable Prefabs.
• Scripts: Lua scripts for automation and custom functionality.
• Textures: Image files used for overlays, effects, or other rendering-related purposes.
• Cubemaps: Environment textures used for reflections and backgrounds.
• Look-Up Tables: Color grading files that remap input colors to output colors.
• Import Settings Profiles: Saved settings for asset import workflows.
• Export Settings Profiles: Saved settings for export workflows.
• Environmental Settings Profiles: Saved environment and lighting setups.
• Render Effects Profiles: Saved post-processing and render effect setups.