Zip archive search problem

Discussion started by flat-3d

I use a zip archive file (.zip) to upload models as it it convenient to store different file formats, folders and also other files such as associated texture maps and even things like file instructions if needed etc. However I have noticed a problem with this. When doing a search for files in a particular format, the 3d models do not show in the search as they are in the zip file.

Can a feature be added so that we can list the file formats so they are searchable without having to separate all files from the zip. It does not help that we can not list the formats in the tags.

I suspect quite a few sellers use zip files and the search problem stops potential buyers from finding suitable formats when in fact the models are there but they do not show in the search if searching by format.

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Posted over 8 years ago
2

Sometimes I upload a model "filetype" for the filetype I need to show.
For example "filetype.obj" or "filetype.ipt"

If you upload a small model next to your zip files, the filetypes you offer are visable for customers.

I think the search machine works with the titel, tags and the texts that you make for your models.

Marius wrote
Marius
Wyalo, what do you mean filetypes are visible for customers? CGTrader should must automatically look into archived files and suggest you which file format it is. Either way, you can select file formats when publishing and they should be shown in the product page.
Posted over 8 years ago
0

Hi flat_3d, Wyalo is right, search use only titles and tags for finding right items. That's why we always strongly recommend to write titles of 3-5 words at least (include specific words and generic). And 5-10 tags. Zipping files is not related in any way with the search. Please let us know via support message if something doesn't work or you cannot find your models.

Posted over 8 years ago
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It is only applicable if searching by file format eg. .fbx or .max
I may have to do as Wyalo suggests or keep my 3d file formats out of the zip file, otherwise they can not be found by potential buyers in a search when searching by file format.

flat-3d wrote
flat-3d
I have added a screen shot above to clarify.
Posted over 8 years ago
0

Marius,

I think the file types (in my case) may not be recognized because my zip files contain folder structures...

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