Asset Optics Integration¶
Asset Atlas can optionally integrate with Asset Optics to display task and checklist information directly on your dependency graph.
Overview¶
When integrated, Asset Atlas shows:
- Task counts on asset nodes
- Checklist progress indicators
- Sync status badges
- Quick actions to add comments/checklists from the graph
Requirements¶
- Asset Optics plugin must be installed and configured
- Valid project synced with Asset Optics backend
- Integration enabled in Asset Atlas settings
Enabling Integration¶
Step 1: Install Asset Optics¶
If not already installed, get Asset Optics from Fab.
Step 2: Configure Asset Optics¶
- Open Asset Optics
- Login and sync your project
- Note your Project ID from Asset Optics settings
Step 3: Enable in Asset Atlas¶
- Open Project Settings > Plugins > Asset Atlas
- Find Asset Optics Integration section
- Check Enable Asset Optics Integration
- Enter your Project ID
- (Optional) Configure the backend URL if self-hosted
Settings¶
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Enable Integration | Master toggle for the integration |
| Project ID | Your Asset Optics project identifier |
| Backend URL | API endpoint (leave blank for default) |
| Show Task Counts | Display task badges on nodes |
| Show Checklist Progress | Display checklist indicators |
| Show Sync Status | Display sync badges |
Using the Integration¶
Node Overlays¶
When integration is active, asset nodes display:
| Overlay | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Task badge | Number of tasks assigned to this asset |
| Checklist icon | Asset has checklists attached |
| Green sync badge | Asset is synced with Asset Optics |
Context Menu Actions¶
Right-click any asset for Asset Optics actions:
- Open in Asset Optics - Jump to asset in Asset Optics panel
- Add Comment to Asset - Create a new comment
- Add Checklist to Asset - Create a new checklist
- Add Comment to All Dependencies - Bulk comment on dependencies
- Add Checklist to All References - Bulk checklist on referencers
Opening Assets¶
Click Open in Asset Optics to:
- Open the Asset Optics panel
- Navigate to the selected asset
- View its tasks, comments, and checklists
Data Flow¶
Asset Atlas Asset Optics
│ │
│ ──── GET /assets ──────────► │
│ ◄──── Asset Data ─────────── │
│ │
│ ──── Open Asset ──────────► │
│ (Deep Link) │
What's Fetched¶
Asset Atlas fetches:
- Task counts per asset
- Checklist completion status
- Sync status flags
- Milestone assignments
What's NOT Fetched¶
For privacy, Asset Atlas does not fetch:
- Task content/descriptions
- Comment text
- User information
- Full project data
Without Asset Optics¶
If Asset Optics is not installed or integration is disabled:
- The integration settings section shows as disabled
- Context menu Asset Optics options are hidden
- No network requests are made
- Asset Atlas works fully offline
Upsell Banner¶
If Asset Optics is not detected, the dashboard shows a banner:
"Power up your workflow with Asset Optics (AI-powered insights)..."
Click × to dismiss. If both Asset Optics and Asset Scaffolding are installed, the banner shows "Ecosystem Complete" with checkmarks.
Troubleshooting¶
Integration Not Working¶
- Verify Asset Optics plugin is enabled
- Check Project ID is correct
- Ensure backend URL is correct (or blank for default)
- Test Asset Optics standalone first
No Task Data¶
- Verify your project is synced in Asset Optics
- Check assets have been added to Asset Optics
- Refresh Asset Atlas (click refresh button)
Connection Errors¶
- Check internet connectivity
- Verify backend URL if self-hosted
- Check Asset Optics subscription status