Welcome to the documentation of das-element
the software will help you to organize and label your asset library
The software is build on the concept of a visual effects pipeline. You store your main element in a folder structure on the file system, create proxy formats for preview purposes and store all the data in a database.
The categories will help you organize the elements and labels assure a quick search to get you the element you need.
As of now the software supports images, sequence of images and movie files.
Multiple libraries
The ideas is that you can setup multiple libraries. Each one can have a different purpose. You even can create libraries for a specific project. Use the search to find the elements your need across all libraries.
For example:
VFX practical elements
matte painting pictures
references for a project
textures and shaders
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File path structure
The actual file data is stored on either your local file system or on a file server. The file path structure can be fully customizable depending on your needs. Use the ‚path builder’ to setup the naming convention and folder structure. Or for a simple setup just use one of the given preset.
Transcoding templates
For a quick preview of the elements, various proxy files will be created. Some are necessary so the software can work efficiently.
For images files at least a thumbnail needs to be generated.
For sequences and movie files, a thumbnail and a filmstrip will be generated.
Additionally you can use the transcoding template to create a movie proxy file or any other proxy you like.
Lets start here: Quick start