Asset Scout - powerful tool for finding all references to assets and C# types in Unity. Track down usage of materials, prefabs, scriptable objects, and components with detailed property paths.Asset Scout solves a fundamental problem that Unity's native API doesn't address - reverse dependencies. While Unity's built-in GetDependencies API only shows what assets are used by a given asset (direct dependencies), Asset Scout finds which assets are using your target asset (reverse dependencies).KEY FEATURES:Reverse Dependency Tracking - Find all assets that reference your target assetType Reference Search - Discover which assets use specific C# types, including SerializeReference fields and componentsDeep Search - Detect references in scenes, prefabs, scriptable objects, materials, and moreDetailed Results - See exact property paths where references are usedFast Performance - Optimized cache system for quick searchesEasy to Use - Simple drag & drop interface with clear resultsExtensible - Create custom processors for specialized search needsPERFECT FOR:Cleaning up unused assetsSafe refactoring of complex projectsUnderstanding asset and type usage throughout your projectTracking down hard-to-find referencesOptimizing project structureADVANCED FEATURES:Cache System - Automatically updates when assets changeCustom Processors - Extend functionality with your own search logicSupport for Custom Data Types - Handle localization keys, weak references, addressablesUI Integration - Add custom search fields to the interfaceSelective Enabling - Enable/disable processors individuallyTECHNICAL DETAILS:Supports Unity 2020.3 or laterRequires .NET Standard 2.0 or laterInitial cache building for large projects (~35,000 assets) takes approximately 150 secondsSubsequent incremental updates are much faster as they only process changed assetsAsset Scout is suitable for projects of any genre and size. Whether you're working on a small indie game or a large-scale commercial project, Asset Scout will help you maintain a clean and efficient asset structure.Reverse Dependency Tracking - Find all assets that reference your target asset, unlike Unity's built-in GetDependencies APIType Reference Search - Find assets that use specific C# types across your projectSerializeReference Support - Discover all assets using [SerializeReference] attribute with your custom typesComponent Usage Tracking - Find exactly which prefabs and scenes use specific component typesScript Asset Based Search - Correctly handles multiple types defined in a single script fileNested Type Detection - Identifies usage of your types in generic collections and custom classesDeep Reference Resolution - Shows exact property paths where references occurComprehensive Search - Detects references in scenes, prefabs, scriptable objects, materials, and other Unity assetsDetailed Results - Hierarchical view of nested references with expandable detailsCache System - Maintains fast search performance with automatic updates when assets changePerformance Optimization - Initial cache building for large projects (~35,000 assets) takes approximately 150 secondsIncremental Updates - Only affected assets are re-processed, ensuring efficient updatesForce Rebuild Option - Available for complete cache regeneration when neededAuto Refresh - Automatically updates search results when assets change (can be disabled)Status Information - Shows last rebuild time and processing statusCustom Processor System - Extend functionality with your own search logicIReferenceProcessor Interface - Create custom processors for project-specific needsSupport for Custom Data Types - Handle localization keys, weak references, addressablesUI Integration - Add custom search fields to the Asset Scout interfaceSelective Enabling - Enable/disable processors individually through the interfaceEditor Integration - Seamlessly integrates with Unity Editor workflowSimple Interface - Easy drag & drop functionality for selecting target assetsCross-Project Compatibility - Works with any Unity project structureAsset Store Updates - Regular updates to ensure compatibility with latest Unity versionsDocumentation - Comprehensive documentation with examples and troubleshootingDedicated Support - Active issue tracking and responsive supportUnity Version Support - Compatible with Unity 2020.3 or later.NET Standard Compatibility - Requires .NET Standard 2.0 or laterNo Runtime Impact - Editor-only tool with zero impact on build size or runtime performanceThe package description is translated into English using Claude Sonnet.
