What is a VST Plugin?
VST is a technology that allows software synthesizers, effects, and other audio plugins to be used within a digital audio workstation like FL Studio 20. These plugins can provide a wide range of additional sounds, effects, and features that enhance the creative capabilities of the software.
Step 1: Downloading VST Plugins
Before you can install VST plugins on FL Studio 20, you will need to find and download the plugins you want to use. There are many websites that offer free and paid VST plugins. Some popular sites where you can find plugins include Plugin Boutique, Waves, and Native Instruments. Once you have downloaded the desired VST plugins, make sure to save them to a location on your computer where you can easily locate them.
Step 2: Locating the FL Studio 20 Plugins Folder
To install VST plugins on FL Studio 20, you need to know where the plugins folder is located. Follow these steps to find the folder:
- Open FL Studio 20 on your computer
- Go to the “Options” menu
- Select “Manage Plugins”
- Click on “Plugin Manager”
- In the Plugin Manager window, you will see the “Plugin search paths” section
- Take note of the folder(s) listed in this section as these are the locations where FL Studio 20 looks for plugins
Step 3: Installing VST Plugins
Now that you have the VST plugins downloaded and know where the FL Studio 20 plugins folder is located, follow these steps to install the plugins:
- Open the FL Studio 20 plugins folder
- Copy the downloaded VST plugin files (.dll files) from their saved location
- Paste the copied plugin files into the FL Studio 20 plugins folder
- Close and restart FL Studio 20 to ensure the newly installed plugins are detected
Step 4: Activating VST Plugins in FL Studio 20
After installing the VST plugins, you need to activate them in FL Studio 20. Follow these steps to activate the plugins:
- Open FL Studio 20
- Go to the “Options” menu
- Select “Manage Plugins”
- Click on “Plugin Manager”
- In the Plugin Manager window, click on “Find Plugins”
- FL Studio 20 will search for new plugins and add them to the plugin list
- Make sure the checkbox next to each installed plugin is checked to activate them
By following these steps, you can easily install and activate VST plugins on FL Studio 20. Remember to always download plugins from trusted sources and regularly update them to ensure you have the latest features and bug fixes. With a wide range of VST plugins available, you can take your music production to the next level and unleash your creativity within FL Studio 20.