The Asset Detail View
Click the small white arrow next to an asset to open the Asset Detail view. This shows you more information about that asset, like its name, where it's stored, when it was last changed, and how big the file is.
You can also see if the asset is placed in your document, and on which page(s). If it's used more than once, just click the page link to jump straight to that spot in your document.
Working with Asset Versions
If your asset comes from a DAM, PIM, or cloud storage system, the Asset Detail view will also show you version information.
These systems often save a new version when someone makes changes to an asset. CI HUB checks for these changes and lets you know if a newer version is ready.
Look out for a small triangle icon next to an asset, it means there's something you should check. Hover over it to see more details about the available version.
From there, you can grab the newest version and swap it into your document, so you're always using the latest file.
Working with Renditions
When you place an image, you can choose between the original file or a rendition.
A rendition is just a different version of the same asset, made for a specific purpose. For example, if you're working on a website or building a prototype in a tool like Figma or Sketch, renditions can be smaller and faster to load.
Renditions also make it easier to use graphics, including vector images, in programs like Microsoft Office or WordPress.
Setting Up the Local Folder
To use assets with CI HUB Connector, you'll need a local folder set up on your computer.
This is because some applications, like Adobe InDesign, need the files saved on your computer to do certain things, such as creating print-ready PDFs. So, every time you place an asset, CI HUB Connector automatically saves a copy in this folder for you.
You'll find this folder here:
- Mac:
Macintosh HD/Users/username/Documents/CI-Hub - Windows:
C:/Users/username/Documents/CI-Hub
All the assets you place get stored here.
If you delete a file from this folder, CI HUB Connector will let you know it's missing locally. Don't worry, if you download or reconnect the asset from your DAM, PIM, or cloud storage system again, it'll automatically reappear in the folder.
