Share Effects with the Community

Spectralite has a built-in community platform where users share fixture definitions and effects.

Accessing community resourcesCopy Anchor Link

From the desktop applicationCopy Anchor Link

1. Open the Library Manager (Project > Library Manager).
2. Select the Community tab.
3. Toggle between Fixtures and Effects.
4. Browse, search, and download resources.

From the websiteCopy Anchor Link

1. Visit spectralite.studio/resources.
2. Browse fixtures and effects.
3. Download resources to import into Spectralite.

Browsing resourcesCopy Anchor Link

Search and filterCopy Anchor Link

Use the search bar to find resources by name. Results update as you type.

Sorting optionsCopy Anchor Link

Sort resources by:

• Newest: most recently uploaded.
• Popular: most downloaded.
• Staff Picks: chosen by the Spectralite team.

Resource badgesCopy Anchor Link

Downloading resourcesCopy Anchor Link

Desktop applicationCopy Anchor Link

1. Find a resource you want.
2. Click the Download button.
3. Spectralite imports the resource.

WebsiteCopy Anchor Link

1. Click Download on any resource.
2. Save the file to your computer.
3. Import it through the Library Manager.

Uploading resourcesCopy Anchor Link

RequirementsCopy Anchor Link

• You must log in.
• Resources must be valid Spectralite files.
• The team reviews each upload before it becomes public.

The community platform is public. To share a file privately, export it and send it directly.

Upload processCopy Anchor Link

1. Open the Library Manager Community tab.
2. Click the Upload button.
3. Select the resource type (Fixture or Effect).
4. Choose your file.
5. Enter a name and description.
6. Click Upload.

After uploadCopy Anchor Link

1. Your resource enters a moderation queue.
2. The team reviews it for quality.
3. After approval, it becomes publicly visible.
4. Track status in your Dashboard.

To change a resource after you upload it, upload a new version. Common reasons for a rejection are incomplete definitions or quality concerns.

Upload guidelinesCopy Anchor Link

• Use descriptive names. Include manufacturer and model for fixtures.
• Add a description that explains what the resource does.
• Test the resource before you upload it.
• Only upload resources you created.

Managing your uploadsCopy Anchor Link

View and manage your uploads from the website:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to Dashboard > My Resources.
3. Check the status of each upload: Pending, Approved, or Rejected.

Account featuresCopy Anchor Link

Creating an accountCopy Anchor Link

1. Click Sign Up on the website.
2. Enter your email and password.
3. Choose a display name.
4. Verify your email address.

Best practicesCopy Anchor Link

For fixture definitionsCopy Anchor Link

• Include all DMX modes.
• Use accurate channel mapping.
• Fill in complete metadata.
• Test with actual hardware.

For effectsCopy Anchor Link

• Use descriptive names.
• Document parameters.
• Keep effects performant.
• Design with the preview in mind.