---
title: "Create asset types | Lansweeper Classic"
slug: "create-asset-types"
description: "Add custom asset types in Lansweeper Classic beyond the built-in defaults so you can classify and assign types to any device in your network."
tags: ["Lansweeper Classic", "Inventory"]
updated: 2026-06-12T14:47:26Z
published: 2026-06-12T14:47:26Z
canonical: "docs.lansweeper.com/create-asset-types"
---

> ## Documentation Index
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# Create asset types

When scanning a device, Lansweeper uses a complex internal procedure to determine the device's asset type. Examples of asset types are Linux, Apple Mac, Windows, Printer, Router, and Switch.

Many asset types are built-in, but you can create your own as well by following the instructions below. Once you've added an asset type, you can assign it to assets, either [manually](/classic/docs/change-an-assets-asset-type#heading1) or [automatically](/classic/docs/change-an-assets-asset-type#changing-asset-types-by-remapping-oids).

1. Browse to the **Configuration** > **Asset Mapping** section of the web console.
2. Select **Add Asset Type** in the **Asset Types** section of the page.
3. Enter an asset type name into the Name field of the pop-up window.
4. Optionally, you can link your own icons to the relation type by placing them in the `Program Files (x86)\Lansweeper\Website\images` folder, found on the computer hosting your Lansweeper web console. Icons should be in the .jpeg, .jpg or .png format and must be stored in two resolutions:
  - 10x10 pixels
  - 16x16 pixels.
5. Select **Ok**. The asset type is now included in any asset type dropdowns within the web console.

You can also edit existing asset types by placing your cursor in the **Name** or **Icon** columns, changing, and pressing **Enter** while your cursor is still in the line. Gray items are locked and cannot be edited to prevent unexpected scanning behavior.