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Quick reference

Use the following quick reference tables to create images, screenshots, and diagrams. For detailed guidance and best practices, refer to the specific guidance for your image type:

Images and screenshots quick reference

Use the information in the following table as a quick reference for taking and publishing screenshots.

ItemDescription
File typeDepends on the type of image or screenshot.
  • PNG: For screenshots that include mostly UI elements (sharp lines, large monotone areas)
  • JPG: For screenshots that include the Scene or Game view with realistic rendering
Image size (pixels)No restriction on pixel width or height. Larger images are downscaled to fit within the content area, and then expandable with a user click.
File size (MB)As small as possible without compromising on image quality.
CroppingCrop the image so that it contains only the window or element you want to draw attention to.
EdgesUse only straight edges. Don't use fade-outs or jagged edges.
AnnotationsUse consistent callout boxes and labels to annotate images and screenshots. Refer to Annotations for specific guidelines.
File namingUse meaningful, unique names and format them in kebab-case, as follows:
Feature-name-specific-thing-name.png
Unity Editor themeDark

Diagrams quick reference

Use the information in the following table as a quick reference for creating and publishing diagrams.

ItemDescription
File typeSVG
File size (MB)As small as possible.
FontInter
Font size
  • Use a consistent font size throughout the diagram.
  • Use a font size that is large enough to be easily read but not so large that it makes the diagram look cluttered.
Font colorBlack or white.
Line width
  • Use consistent line widths throughout the diagram.
  • Avoid using extremely thin or thick lines.
Line colorBlack and white.
For highlight and accent colors, refer to the Color page of the Unity Brand Studio’s design portal.