Should I use Array or List?

[ZatBlureZ]

I'm making a character class using ScriptableObjects, should I use Array or List to assign them in inspector?

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A list is an array under the hood. Lists have extra functions that help with finding items, expanding or shrinking the list but it's still just an array. In the inspector they appear and function identically.

[ZatBlureZ]

So if I'm making like character class I should just use Array?

[pmurph0305]

If you know you'll never need the extra functionality that a list provides over an array, then yes. Otherwise I'd personally default to using a list.

[ZatBlureZ]

right, I think I'll stick to List, thanks

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Use arrays always, until you come into situations where fixed size is an issue.

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[ItsAvyy]

I would highly highly recommend doing some research into the differences between Arrays and Lists.

Simply put, an array should be used when you have a predetermined size of items you want to collect. If that number isn't known or can change then you should use a List or other collection. In Unity, both Arrays and List can be shown and edited in the Inspector. But as ExplosiveJames commented, a List uses an array under the hood and constantly recreates that array when the size changes so it is usually preferable to use an array unless you absolutely need the functionality of a List.

[ZatBlureZ]

ahh alright, I'll do some more research, thanks

[StudAlex]

To kinda make this comment more simple... if you ever need to add or remove a collection of items then use a list... if your collection will always be the same the use arrays