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title: "Asset type schemes"
canonical: "https://support.appfire.com/space/AIP/10256666/Asset%20type%20schemes"
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> Macro (aura-html)

Asset Type Schemes help you organize and categorize your assets by grouping similar ones together. By utilizing them, you can create a well-organized and efficient asset management system, saving time and effort in the long run.

> ✅ For a detailed overview of how the AIP’s database is structured, including its key components and their functions, refer to [the related documentation](https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/AIP/pages/843613083).

## Create your first asset type scheme

1. Open the **Asset Type Schemes** tab from the top-level app menu.
2. Select a starting point:
  - **“Create new Asset Type scheme” button:** This option allows you to build a scheme from scratch.
  - The cog icon** > Create scheme from templates:** This provides pre-defined sample Asset Types to jumpstart your scheme creation.
3. Assign a descriptive name and optional description for your scheme.

4. Select a permission scheme.

> ⚠️ Remember to configure the permissions of this new Asset Type Scheme. Otherwise, only Jira Administrators can see and manage assets.

5. Click **Save** to create it.

### Add asset types to your scheme

Once you have a scheme, it's time to populate it with specific Asset Types. Think of an Asset Type as a blueprint for individual assets within that category. Here's how to add them:

#### Step 1: Create asset type

1. Open the Asset Type scheme you want to add the new Asset Types to.
2. Click the **Create new Asset Type** button.
3. Define a new Asset Type from scratch, specifying its unique attributes (e.g., model, serial number, purchase date).
  - Or use** **the **Clone from other Asset Type** button:** **Save time by copying attributes from an existing Asset Type and modifying them for the new one.

#### Step 2: Add attributes to define your asset type

Attributes are the building blocks that define the specific details you want to track for each asset within a type. They are fields of an Asset Type, just like Jira Custom Fields. They are system-wide. 

> ✅ For example, the “Employee” Asset Type can have attributes such as Employee ID, First Name, Last Name, National ID Number, etc.

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**There are three ways to add an attribute:**

1. Select an attribute from the dropdown list, check or uncheck the “Required” option, and click **Add selected Attribute**.
2. If a required attribute isn't on the list, you can create it directly while adding the Asset Type. Click **Not on list, create an attribute quickly and add to Asset Type**.
3. Or you can explore a comprehensive list of available attributes for a wider selection. Click **Open attributes on popup to select from list**. Here you can select an already created attribute or create an attribute and add it to the Asset Type.

> 📝 For more information on how to create an attribute, refer to [this documentation](https://appfire.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/AIP/pages/10256658).

### Managing your Asset Types

Once you've established your Asset Types, you can perform various actions to maintain them:

- **Drag and Drop:** Reorder attributes within an Asset Type for a logical flow.
- **Delete Attribute:** Remove unnecessary attributes from an Asset Type.
- **Set Required:** Make specific attributes mandatory for all assets within that type (e.g., serial number).
- **Rename Asset Type:** Change the name of an Asset Type for clarity (remember to re-index after renaming).
- **Delete Asset Type:** Remove an Asset Type entirely if it's no longer relevant (re-indexing is required).

#### **Moving asset types between schemes**

As your asset collection grows, you might need to reorganize. The system allows you to move Asset Types from one scheme to another for better categorization. Don't forget to re-index your schemes after making these changes.

> ⚠️ **Re-indexing:** This process ensures the system maintains a proper order within your Asset Type Schemes. The system might prompt you to re-index after specific actions; you can also do it manually for better organization.