Importing local Asset packages

Most of the time, the Asset packagesA collection of files and data from Unity projects, or elements of projects, which are compressed and stored in one file, similar to Zip files, with the .unitypackage extension. Asset packages are a handy way of sharing and re-using Unity projects and collections of assets. More info
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To import a local Asset package in Unity:

1. Open the project in the Editor where you want to import the Asset package.

2. Choose Assets > Import Package > Custom Package. A file browser appears, prompting you to locate the .unitypackage file.

3. In the file browser, select the file you want to import and click Open.

   The Import Unity Package window displays all the items in the package already selected, ready to install.

   

4. Deselect any items you don’t want to import and click Import. Unity puts the contents of the imported Asset package into the Assets folder, so that you can access them from your Project windowA window that shows the contents of your Assets folder (Project tab) More info
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