# Creating Assets

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Aerie allows users to create assets through a comprehensive process to deploy a wide variety of NFTs using predefined templates.&#x20;

This feature is designed to streamline the creation and customization of NFTs, enabling users to deploy assets with ease and efficiency. Below is a detailed step-by-step guide through the asset creation process:

**1. Selecting a Template:**

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* **Library Overview**: Begin by exploring the template library that offers a diverse range of templates designed to specific use cases. The templates include:
  * **Music Albums/Tracks**: Mint music NFTs, ensuring track authenticity and uniqueness.
  * **Loyalty Points Systems**: Create unique loyalty tokens that represent distinct rewards or tiers.
  * **Real Estate Ownership**: Mint property tokens signifying ownership of real estate.
  * **Artwork Authentication**: Mint artwork tokens to verify the authenticity of digital art.
  * **Crowdfunding Platforms**: Create tokens for funding startups and initiatives.
  * **Social Tokens**: Mint identity tokens for influencers or social media figures.
  * **And many more**: Including templates for Food and Recipe, Scientific Research, Events, Educational Certifications, Trading Cards, Digital Fashion, etc.
* **Detailed Information**: Detailed information about each template can be accessed through the [Aerie Template Library](https://docs.nes.tech/template-library/templates-library).

**2. Entering Asset Information:**

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* **Template Selection**: Once a template is chosen, proceed to fill in the required information specific to that template. For example, the "Loyalty Points System" template requires details such as:
  * **Token Name**: A unique name for the loyalty points token.
  * **Description**: An optional description to provide more context about the token.
  * **Attributes**: Including membership tier levels, issue date, expiry date, and member ID.
* **Visual Representation**: Upload a cover image to visually represent the asset, enhancing its appeal and providing a recognizable icon for the token.

**3. Advanced Features:**

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* **Modes of Operation**:
  * **Default Contract Mode**: Ideal for quick and low-fee deployments, this mode offers a ready-to-use contract with essential features.
  * **Advanced Mode**: For users requiring more customization, this mode allows extensive modifications and the inclusion of advanced features.
* **Advanced Functionalities**:
  * **Whitelisting**: Restrict access to the NFT collection to specific addresses, ensuring exclusivity.
  * **Per-Wallet Limits**: Set limits on the number of NFTs a single wallet can hold during presales.
  * **Dynamic Metadata**: Allow the NFT’s metadata to be updated post-deployment.
  * **Air Dropping**: Seamlessly distribute NFTs to users with built-in airdrop capabilities.
  * **Presale**: Organize exclusive presale events for loyal supporters and collectors.
  * **Scheduled Drops**: Plan and execute NFT drops at specific times to build anticipation.
  * **Burn Mechanism**: Enable token burning to reduce supply and manage distribution.

**4. Review and Confirmation:**

* **Review Details**: Before deploying, carefully review all the entered information and selected features to ensure accuracy.
* **Deployment Cost**: Note the estimated gas fee for deployment, which varies depending on the selected blockchain network. Aerie does not alter these fees, which are directly charged by the network.
* **Confirmation**: Confirm the asset details and initiate the deployment process. The system will guide through the deployment, ensuring a smooth and secure transaction.


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