Avoid Duplicating SnAssets Files in Your Mod

Why Not to Copy Assets

SnAssets Library is designed as a shared resource. Copying its files into your own mod creates unnecessary bloat, wastes storage, and defeats the purpose of having a centralized asset library. Multiple mods using SnAssets will all reference the same files, reducing total modpack size.

Correct Workflow

1. Add SnAssets as a dependency in your mod configuration

2. Reference assets by namespace (snassets:path/to/asset) in your JSON files

3. Never copy sound or particle files into your mod's assets folder

4. Let SnAssets handle loading – your mod only points to what it needs

Benefits

This approach ensures:

• Smaller mod file sizes
• Consistent assets across all mods using the library
• Easier updates (fixes to SnAssets benefit all dependent mods automatically)
• Cleaner modpack installations

Trust the namespace system. If SnAssets is installed, your references will resolve correctly without duplication.