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Duplicating Assets

Create copies of Assets when you need separate versions with different metadata.

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Written by Wes Byrne
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Most of the time, you'll want to reference the same Asset in multiple Kits. But sometimes you need a true copy — a separate Asset with its own metadata. Duplicating creates an independent copy in your Library.

When to duplicate vs. reference

Reference the same Asset when:

  • You want the Asset to appear in multiple Kits

  • Changes should reflect everywhere

  • You're organizing the same content for different audiences

Duplicate when:

  • You need different metadata for different contexts

  • You want to modify one version without affecting others

  • You're creating variations of an Asset

How to duplicate an Asset

  1. Select the Asset in the or a kit

  2. Open the action menu

  3. Select "Copy to..."

  4. Be sure to select "Duplcate" from the dropdown at the top of the modal

  5. Select which kit you want to create the duplicate

  6. Confirm the duplication

The duplicated Asset is completely independent—changes to one don't affect the other.

What gets duplicated

When you duplicate an Asset:

  • Copied: The file itself, name, notes

  • Copied: Tags and custom field values

  • Not copied: Kit placements (the duplicate will only exist in the kits you put it in)

  • Not copied: View/download analytics (starts fresh)

Duplicating multiple Assets

To duplicate several Assets at once:

  1. Select multiple Assets in the Library

  2. Right-click and select Copy to...

  3. Make sure you select "Duplicate" from the dropdown at the top of the modal

  4. Choose the kit(s) where you want the duplicates

  5. Confirm the duplication

Managing duplicates

After duplicating, you'll likely want to:

  • Rename: Change the name to distinguish it from the original

  • Replace the file or edit the color

  • Update metadata: Modify tags or custom fields for the new context

  • Add to Kits: Place the duplicate where it's needed

Storage considerations

Duplicated Assets count toward your storage quota since they're separate files. If storage is a concern, consider whether you truly need a duplicate or if referencing the same Asset would work.

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