Editor-only tool that streamlines the process of browsing, pinning, previewing, and importing files from external directories—all within Unity.## Compatibility- **Unity Versions**: 2019.4 LTS → 2022.3 LTS (tested).- **Platforms**: Editor only, tested on Windows.## Dependencies- No additional packages required.- Uses standard `System.Diagnostics` for opening folders/files in your OS file explorer.Reinvent File Management- Tired of juggling file explorers outside Unity? External Directory Manager brings external folders into your Editor workflow. Add your favorite directories once, pin frequently accessed folders or files, and handle everything from previews to bulk imports, all in one place.Key Features1. Add & Remove Directories• Easily manage an unlimited list of external folders; switch between them instantly.2. Pinned Favorites• Pin your most-used files or folders for instant access—no more navigating deep folder trees.3. Search & Filter• Quickly find files by name, and use simple toggles to filter images, scripts, .unitypackage files, or other file types.4. File Preview• Preview .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .fbx, .obj, .wav, .mp3, .ogg, .cs, .txt, .json, .xml and .md files directly in the editor.5. Bulk Import• Import selected files, including .unitypackage, into your Unity project with a single click.6. Multi-Select• Pin, preview or import multiple files at once using intuitive multi-selection.7. File & Folder Operations• Right-click any file or directory to open it in your OS explorer or delete it (with confirmation dialogs).Why You’ll Love It• Time Saver: Quickly browse external libraries without leaving Unity.• Organized: Keep your most critical folders and files in a pinned favorites list.• Flexible Filters: Only see the file types you care about.• Editor Integration: Handles OS-level file operations, preventing the need to switch back-and-forth between Unity and your desktop.DISCORD for support and technical help/feature requests: https://discord.gg/taNdgzH9DHCompatibility• Unity Versions: Tested on 2019.4 LTS through 2022.3 LTS.• Editor Only: This tool does not function at runtime.• Platform Support: Confirmed on Windows and macOS. Likely works on Linux Editor, though not extensively tested.Dependencies• No external packages required.• Uses System.Diagnostics.Process.Start for opening directories/files in the OS’s default file explorer.Limitations• The “Expand All” feature is currently disabled as it may cause performance issues in large directory structures. A more optimized version will be released in a future update.We leveraged AI assistance to streamline parts of the development process:• Code Refactoring: Automated suggestions helped improve overall code cleanliness and structure, making the UI more intuitive.• Optimizations: AI provided tips on asynchronous searching and lazy loading to keep performance smooth in the Unity Editor.• Documentation: AI-generated outlines shaped the structure of this document, ensuring clear, concise instructions and user guidance.Despite AI involvement, the core design decisions and final code were thoroughly verified, tested, and adjusted by the development team—ensuring that External Directory Manager meets high standards of quality and reliability.
