Is there a "Don't import" option for 3ds max files?

Hi
I have saved a 3ds max file in my assets folder so i can save it to the cloud and keep it safe.

The thing is i don't want it to automatically import the models, I'm doing this manually. Because its auto importing, the inspector has duplicate models and its seem to significantly increase load time.

any suggestions?

 

I've been asking the same question for a while about .blend files. I don't think there is a way to do it.

 

could place them in special folder, like these hidden folders:
https://docs.unity3d.com/Manual/SpecialFolders.html

or inside WebPlayerTemplates/ folder, so it doesn't get imported (but still visible in Project window). (old docs, still works)

 

Wow thanks mgear that a great idea i'll give that a try tonight!

 

I couldn't get the to work so i have ended up making a separate project just to store these types of files, seems cleaner and works for me.

 

The way I do it, is have a Workfiles folder in your project root. That way the workfiles aren't too far away, and you can easily ignore the folder in version control systems.