Essential Attributes [SceneRef]
Display dropdowns for scene selection in string or int fields, with automatic path tracking and smart broadcasting across your project.
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The [SceneRef] attribute replaces raw string or int fields with scene selection dropdowns in the Unity Inspector — no more typos, missing paths, or guessing build indices.
- Use it on a string to pick from all scenes in your project.
- Use it on an int to pick only from scenes in Build Settings (since the int represents the build index).
Beyond its editor UI improvements, [SceneRef] includes a powerful broadcasting system that keeps scene references in sync — even if a scene file is renamed or moved. When a path changes, all serialized references can be updated automatically.
To optimize performance, broadcasting is:
- Optional (can be toggled on or off),
- Confirmable (prompted before applying),
- And targeted: you can define exactly which folders, scenes, and prefabs should be scanned and updated.
💡 Try Before You Buy
This attribute is also included in the Essential Attributes asset — or try [ElementName]and [TexturePreview] for free on the Unity Asset Store.
