CoreLink

CoreLink - AI-Powered Asset Library Manager for 3ds Max

CoreLink is a fast, lightweight asset manager designed for 3ds Max artists. It allows users to browse, preview, and drag assets directly into a scene without heavy viewport plugins or complex database setups.

All features are included for free, and users only need to upgrade when their library outgrows the standard limit.

Key Feature / AI Visual Search
- Search by Image / Press Ctrl+V to paste a reference photo or upload an image to find matching assets instantly.
- Find Similar / Right-click any asset to re-rank the view by visual similarity for variations or matching sets.
- 100% Private & Offline / The AI model runs entirely on the local machine and operates completely offline after a one-time download.
- Built for Teams / Share a central index over network storage with background indexing and automatic resume support.

Core Features
- Fast Browsing & Previews / Scan large folders quickly and enjoy smooth browsing with optimized thumbnail caching.
- Drag & Drop with Auto-Pathing / Drag models straight into 3ds Max while missing texture paths are automatically repaired.
- Library Health Tools / Clean up the library by scanning for missing thumbnails, duplicates, and unused files.
- Advanced Filtering / Combine text search with color filters, file-type toggles, tags, and favorites.

Quick Start Guide
- 1 / Add Your Library / Click + Add and select the asset folder to display previews automatically.
- 2 / Drag into Scene / Browse the library and drag any asset directly into the 3ds Max viewport.
- 3 / Enable AI Search / Right-click any sidebar folder and choose Add to AI Visual Index to start background indexing.
- 4 / Search & Filter / Paste reference images using Ctrl+V or use filters to narrow down the results.

Standard vs Pro
- Standard License / Free up to 5,000 indexed assets. Fully featured and ideal for freelancers and small-to-medium libraries.
- Pro License / Unlimited indexed assets. Built for heavy production environments and studio workflows.
- Testing Advice / Test the free Standard License first to ensure CoreLink fits your workflow before upgrading.

System Requirements
- OS / Windows 10 / 11
- Software / 3ds Max 2018 or newer
- Connectivity / Internet required only for the initial download, then runs fully offline.