The ICE import and export functionality enables sharing of assets between different instances of ICE . This system allows for the transfer of Layers and Sessions, along with associated local assets such as image files, video files, and thumbnails.
Layer
Layer Export
Initiating Export
To export a layer, right-click on the desired layer in the Layer List panel. Select 'Export' to launch the layer export window, which presents layer export options.
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After the import is complete, ICE displays a dialog summarising the changes made during the import. This includes details of the layer and any associated assets that have been imported, allowing you to verify that the import process has completed successfully.
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Session
Session Export
Exporting sessions in ICE is managed through the Export Session window. This feature can be accessed in two ways.
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After the export is complete, ICE creates a folder for each exported session. This folder will contain the .iceSession file and a sub-folder with the session's associated assets. The folder is now prepared for sharing with other systems. If you exported multiple session you can share the parent folder containing all of the exported sessions together.
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Session Import
Initiating Import
Importing a Session into ICE can be accomplished through several methods.
Via Main Menu:
Access the desktop main menu.
Navigate to
Session > Import Session.Browse to locate the desired .iceSession file.
Using Drag and Drop:
Simply drag the .iceSession file from Windows Explorer.
Drop it into the ICE Layer List panel.
Through Double Click:
Double-click an .iceSession file in Windows Explorer.
This action directly imports it into ICE.
Asset Handling
When importing a Session that has associated assets (like images or videos), these assets are imported into ICE using their existing file paths. It's crucial to store your Session folder in a logical and accessible location before importing to ensure smooth asset integration.
Post-Import Process
After the import is complete, ICE displays a dialog summarising the changes made during the import. This includes details of the Session and any associated assets that have been imported, allowing you to verify that the import process has completed successfully.
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Import
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folder
Importing a folder allows multiple sessions which are contained within a folder to be imported at once.
Navigate to Session > Import Sessions
This will open a file browser, navigate to a folder containing sessions to initiate the batch import.