If an asset is set as the current asset, any subsequent nodes you create are automatically added to that asset.

To set the current asset

1. Select Assets > Advanced Assets > Set Current Asset.
2. Select the asset from the list that appears.

You can also -click an asset in the Hypergraph Connections editor and select Set Asset as Current.

You can set the heads-up display to show your current asset in the bottom right corner of the scene panel by selecting Display > Heads Up Display > Current Asset.