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Samples

The Samples tab holds the tools for your sample library. Some of them only read. The others change your files only after you press a button.

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The Samples tab

The tab opens with a count of your samples. Under “Needs your attention” you see what needs you. Under “Everything else” you see the other tools. Each row opens one tool. Opening a row changes none of your files.

Tasks

  • Find where a sample is usedEvery project that uses a sample name.
  • Move quiet sample packs asideMove unused packs to a holding folder, and back.
  • Find duplicate samplesRemove extra copies that Collect All left behind.
  • Shorten sample pathsFix samples past the 260-character limit on Windows.
  • Choose where Nearfield looks for samplesYour User Library and other places to look.
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