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Character library

How saved characters are reused across projects.


The Character Library stores reusable characters for a workspace. Saved characters can be selected in the production composer so future projects can preserve cast continuity.

Character types

TypeMeaning
On ScreenA visible cast member with portrait and optionally voice.
NarratorAn off-screen narrator whose voice carries the story.
Voice OnlyAn off-screen or incidental voice, such as radio, phone, or background dialogue.

Library view

The library supports:

  • Search.
  • Type filtering.
  • Favorites.
  • 3D-only filtering.
  • Voice-only filtering.
  • Sorting.
  • Pagination.
  • New character entrypoint.
  • Favorite toggle.
  • Delete action.
  • Hover preview for 3D model when a mesh exists.

Character cards show name, type, voice state, 3D state, favorite state, and usage count.

Reusing characters

Use saved characters when:

  • A recurring host or narrator should stay consistent.
  • A brand character appears across multiple productions.
  • A documentary subject needs stable visual identity.
  • A voice profile should persist across projects.

Saved characters are attached from the Home composer before project creation.

Removing characters

Removing a character from the library does not modify projects that already used it. It only removes the saved character from future selection.

Good library hygiene

  • Favorite frequently reused characters.
  • Rename characters clearly before reuse.
  • Keep one canonical active version for each recurring character.
  • Assign a default voice when the character should speak.
  • Use separate characters for on-screen cast and off-screen narration if they serve different roles.