Real-time protection can interfere with folder creation.
“Cannot Create SoundToys Version Root Folder at [selected path]”
The error appears when the installer is that master folder at your chosen location.
Check for a folder named . If it displays a shortcut overlay arrow (indicating a symbolic link), right-click and Delete it. Real-time protection can interfere with folder creation
Before diving into fixes, it’s crucial to understand what Soundtoys is trying to do. Unlike many plugins that install all files into a single directory, Soundtoys uses a sophisticated linking system to manage multiple plugin formats (VST2, VST3, AAX, and AU) from a single set of samples, presets, and impulse responses.
Follow these verified steps to resolve the root folder error. 1. Run Your DAW and Installer as Administrator (Windows)
The downloaded file might be corrupted. Delete the existing Soundtoys 5.exe or .dmg file, log in to your Soundtoys Account, and download a fresh copy. 2. Clean Up Previous Installations If it displays a shortcut overlay arrow (indicating
If the installer cannot create the folder, create it manually.
Here is how I fixed it on (though the logic applies to Windows too):
Your user account does not have read/write access to the Documents or AppData folders. Follow these verified steps to resolve the root folder error
Soundtoys, like many plugin manufacturers, uses a "Link" file to point your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) to the actual plugin files. When the installer tries to set up this link, it attempts to create a specific folder structure on your main drive (usually your Macintosh HD).
If the system's "Temp" folder has been moved to a different drive, it can disrupt the installation path.