Only certain types of object support dragging into the scene.
All supported objects must be dragged from the Project window. You cannot drag external assets into the scene without importing them into the project first.
| Type | Dragging to empty space | Dragging to an object |
|---|---|---|
| Models (prefab) | Creates an object in the scene. | - |
| Prefabs | Creates an object in the scene. | - |
| Sprites | Creates a Sprite Renderer in the scene. | Creates a new material and assigns it to the renderer. |
| Textures | - | Creates a new material and assigns it to the renderer. |
| Materials | - | Assigns it to the renderer. |
| Audio Clips | Creates an object with an Audio Source. | Adds an Audio Source component. |
| Mesh assets | Creates an object in the scene. No material is assigned. | Assigns it to the renderer. |
Unity, huh, how?