Patterns Tab
The Patterns tab (/studio/patterns) shows all your pattern files.
Pattern Cards
Each pattern card displays:
- Thumbnail: Preview image of your pattern
- Name: Pattern title (click to open)
- Last Updated: When the pattern was last modified
- Globe Icon: Blue globe appears if published to community
Creating a New Pattern
Step-by-step:
- Click the + Create button in the top bar
- Enter a name for your pattern
- Select default unit (cm or inches)
- Click Create
- The new pattern opens in the editor
Opening a Pattern
- Click anywhere on the pattern card
- The pattern opens in the editor
- Your changes auto-save as you work
Pattern Card Menu
Click the three-dot menu () on any pattern card for options:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Rename | Change the pattern name |
| Duplicate | Create a copy of the pattern |
| Copy Link | Copy the shareable URL to clipboard |
| Publish/Unpublish | Toggle community visibility |
| Delete | Permanently remove the pattern |
Renaming a Pattern
- Click menu → Rename
- Type the new name
- Press Enter or click outside to save
Duplicating a Pattern
- Click menu → Duplicate
- A copy is created with "copy" suffix
- The duplicate appears in your patterns list
Copying Share Link
- Click menu → Copy Link
- The URL is copied to your clipboard
- Share this link with others to let them view your pattern
Publishing to Community
- Click menu → Publish
- Your pattern becomes visible on the community page
- A blue globe icon appears on the card
- Click Unpublish to remove from community
Deleting a Pattern
- Click menu → Delete
- Confirm the deletion
- Warning: This cannot be undone
Searching Patterns
- Use the search bar at the top of the page
- Type part of the pattern name
- Results filter in real-time as you type
- Clear the search to see all patterns
Sorting Patterns
Click the Sort dropdown to choose:
| Sort Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Date | Most recently updated first (default) |
| Name | Alphabetical order (A-Z) |
Published Filter
Click the Published button to show only patterns you've published to the community:
- Click the Published button in the toolbar
- Button turns blue when active
- Only published patterns are shown
- Click again to show all patterns
View Modes
Toggle between two display modes:
| Mode | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Grid View | Visual card layout | Desktop, browsing |
| List View | Compact list format | Mobile, many patterns |
- Grid view is default on desktop
- List view is default on mobile
- Your preference persists across sessions
Infinite Scroll
- Patterns load automatically as you scroll down
- No need to click "Load More"
- Smooth browsing experience for large libraries