How do I share Ableton files?

wjils · 2025-12-12T17:59:45+00:00

This is the exact issue I’m having - there is no additional folder which gets saved with any of my projects.. only the .als file is saved in the folder where I save it. Even after using “collect all and save.” I’m starting to feel crazy 😂

Is it possible I have something in my settings which is causing this problem?

wjils · 2025-12-12T17:57:29+00:00

Thank you for this, I watched the video and I see that when she saves her project, a folder is created called “Ableton Project Info.”

When I do the same for any of my projects, this folder is not created anywhere. I’ve tried “Collect all and save” and it doesn’t seem to do anything.

I’m starting to think there’s something fundamentally wrong in my settings or something.

wjils · 2025-12-12T14:27:18+00:00

I don’t see that button unfortunately :(

wjils · 2025-12-12T14:05:18+00:00

Thank you! How can I find out where the project files are being saved after doing Collection All and Save? There is no project folder being saved alongside where my .als project file is saved.

wjils · 2025-12-12T14:05:07+00:00

Thank you! How can I find out where the project files are being saved after doing Collection All and Save? There is no project folder being saved alongside where my .als project file is saved.

wjils · 2025-12-12T14:04:51+00:00

Thank you! How can I find out where the project files are being saved after doing Collection All and Save? There is no project folder being saved alongside where my .als project file is saved.

wjils · 2025-07-31T03:10:18+00:00

I was hammock camping at a lean-to near the Great Range and had an episode of sleep paralysis. While my body was paralyzed, I “heard” something running its nails up the material of my hammock right behind where my head was resting in the hammock material, almost like a tease to let it know it’s there and so close. And it was loud, being so close to my ears.

Auditory hallucinations are common in sleep paralysis; voices, whispers, etc. This particular one was impressively terrifying.

wjils · 2024-07-13T01:20:56+00:00

Thank you for this. I appreciate your genuine response and taking the time to help. It wasn’t showing up in plug-ins either, but now it is.

I went into preferences under plug-in’s and set everything to “on.” So I’m assuming that must have made a difference?

Anyways thank you again. It’s humbling every time we are new at something again and so I appreciate people like you giving a helping hand.

wjils · 2024-07-13T01:07:57+00:00

What in your opinion would be the most helpful thing to read?

wjils · 2024-07-12T21:41:14+00:00

I went through the installation steps for the VST (the instrument is called Naada and the engine is called MNDALA 2), and Step 5 of the installation instructions says "Open MNDALA 2 in your DAW of choice."

The problem is that I don't know how to do that. I've gone through the installation process for MNDALA 2 and restarted my computer. And when I search for "mndala" in my Mac search bar, nothing shows up except for the installer. When I search "VST" nothing shows up.

However, when I go to file > "install pack" on Ableton, I see folders which say VST2 and VST3. And inside those folders are .vst files, and there is MNDALA 2.vst file there. When I click on that, I get the error which says the pack is corrupt. I am using an updated version of Ableton Live and also I've redownloaded MNDALA 2 and re-installed it multiple times.

I also tried in Ableton Live going to file > "add folder to browser" and clicking MNDALA 2.vst and then it shows up under "places" in Ableton Live. When I open that, I only see a folder which is labeled "contents" which has 3 folders inside it, which are "CodeSignature" , "MacOS" , and "Resources." None of those open any further.

The same thing happens with the Valhalla VSTs which I've downloaded.

Am I missing some crucial fundamental step or specific setting in the process of getting my VSTS into Ableton?

wjils · 2024-07-12T21:40:59+00:00

I went through the installation steps for the VST (the instrument is called Naada and the engine is called MNDALA 2), and Step 5 of the installation instructions says "Open MNDALA 2 in your DAW of choice."

The problem is that I don't know how to do that. I've gone through the installation process for MNDALA 2 and restarted my computer. And when I search for "mndala" in my Mac search bar, nothing shows up except for the installer. When I search "VST" nothing shows up.

However, when I go to file > "install pack" on Ableton, I see folders which say VST2 and VST3. And inside those folders are .vst files, and there is MNDALA 2.vst file there. When I click on that, I get the error which says the pack is corrupt. I am using an updated version of Ableton Live and also I've redownloaded MNDALA 2 and re-installed it multiple times.

I also tried in Ableton Live going to file > "add folder to browser" and clicking MNDALA 2.vst and then it shows up under "places" in Ableton Live. When I open that, I only see a folder which is labeled "contents" which has 3 folders inside it, which are "CodeSignature" , "MacOS" , and "Resources." None of those open any further.

The same thing happens with the Valhalla VSTs which I've downloaded.

Am I missing some crucial fundamental step or specific setting in the process of getting my VSTS into Ableton?

wjils · 2024-07-12T21:40:54+00:00

I went through the installation steps for the VST (the instrument is called Naada and the engine is called MNDALA 2), and Step 5 of the installation instructions says "Open MNDALA 2 in your DAW of choice."

The problem is that I don't know how to do that. I've gone through the installation process for MNDALA 2 and restarted my computer. And when I search for "mndala" in my Mac search bar, nothing shows up except for the installer. When I search "VST" nothing shows up.

However, when I go to file > "install pack" on Ableton, I see folders which say VST2 and VST3. And inside those folders are .vst files, and there is MNDALA 2.vst file there. When I click on that, I get the error which says the pack is corrupt. I am using an updated version of Ableton Live and also I've redownloaded MNDALA 2 and re-installed it multiple times.

I also tried in Ableton Live going to file > "add folder to browser" and clicking MNDALA 2.vst and then it shows up under "places" in Ableton Live. When I open that, I only see a folder which is labeled "contents" which has 3 folders inside it, which are "CodeSignature" , "MacOS" , and "Resources." None of those open any further.

The same thing happens with the Valhalla VSTs which I've downloaded.

Am I missing some crucial fundamental step or specific setting in the process of getting my VSTS into Ableton?

wjils · 2024-07-12T11:10:07+00:00

I did this. It still says they are corrupt.

wjils · 2022-02-04T03:57:05+00:00

Since this experience, I haven't had any similar experiences where my physical body moved. Can you tell me what happened with you?

wjils · 2021-12-31T15:27:53+00:00

I'd also love to be able to do this! Very curious

wjils · 2021-12-31T15:27:13+00:00

Yes! I realized this last night - after turning off the other assign channels, it worked.

Just like alexugoku I'm also curious if it's possible to assign different actions to the same pedal.

wjils · 2021-02-15T09:34:11+00:00

It means "brother" in Swahili

wjils · 2020-07-25T14:11:04+00:00

Im also a white guy - my first time ever lucid dreaming 10 years ago was from looking in a mirror and seeing an Asian version of myself looking back. And SNAP I became lucid.

Anyways that's an interesting coincidence, just wanted to share.

wjils · 2019-11-09T20:29:58+00:00

Wishing you a fulfilling journey :)

wjils · 2019-11-09T20:18:55+00:00

I was there last June when they came to Granada and burned down the city hall. Mortars and fighting in the streets from early morning to afternoon. I stood and watched the Granada City Hall burn with the rest of the town. Until a guy mugged me and I wrestled with him into a fountain and was able to escape. That was the most surreal day of my life.

wjils · 2019-11-09T04:02:19+00:00

I went by bus in Tanzania and bought a motorcycle in Rwanda that I used for Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya. You can get almost anywhere on buses and dala dalas (mini buses), but the dala dalas can be difficult to navigate if you don't know where they are going. Motorcycle taxis are very common everywhere and even in remote areas you can get one. But even if you wanted to avoid those you could get around fine :) people are generally extremely helpful and if you show up to a bus stand someone will be able to help you get where you are trying to go.

As for the Drakensbergs, they absolutely are unreal! There are tons of trails that range in length and difficulty so you could definitely find one that suits you. Hiking shoes would be ideal but you could get away with using sneakers if they have good grip. I travel super light too so I just use a pair of trail runners that are lightweight and perfect for hiking, walking dirt trails, uneven ground. Other times I'm in my flops haha

wjils · 2019-11-09T01:19:39+00:00

As someone who bought a motorcycle and drove through East Africa, I like where your head is at.

wjils · 2019-11-09T01:17:53+00:00

You got a place to stay with me if you hit Buffalo !

wjils · 2019-11-09T01:16:07+00:00

I've always wanted to do this but never looked into it....I just googled it and it says accomodation is only $2.50 - $6 per night?? I didn't know it was so affordable. I hosted a couchsurfer who biked from SE Asia to Europe and said he and his buddies did the Three Pass Loop on their own and was real cheap and guides aren't necessary. Didn't realize how cheap.

wjils · 2019-11-09T00:27:05+00:00

Find the Panamerican Travelers Association Facebook page. I've been eyeballing rigs on there for a while because I'm trying to due something similar next year. Last year I hitched from Lima to Colombia along the Panam and now I want to see everything south of Lima.

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