You can perform most pattern tasks by using the Pattern Explorer view. However, the Asset Explorer view does offer some features that you may want to use, such as repository sorting. In addition, you can add top-level folders to the Patterns Repository node in the Asset Explorer view that also display in the Pattern Explorer view.
The Asset Explorer view lists all connected repositories and all types of assets. Both the assets and their manifests are individually displayed. All installed patterns appear in the Pattern Repository. However, the pattern's template parameters are not listed. The Pattern Explorer view and the Pattern Repository in the Asset Explorer view list the same installed patterns.
To add top-level folders: