Windows users often encounter this "cannot create folder" error because has high-jacked the Documents folder. Since Soundtoys stores its presets in C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Soundtoys\Soundtoys 5 , syncing conflicts can prevent the plugin from gaining "write" access.
Temporarily disable OneDrive or exclude the Public Documents folder from syncing. Ensure your DAW is scanning the physical drive path rather than a virtual OneDrive shortcut. 3. Run Your DAW as Administrator (Windows) Windows users often encounter this "cannot create folder"
Reset your Temp folder to its original location: C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Temp . Ensure your DAW is scanning the physical drive
If your user account lacks the necessary rights to create folders in the Public Documents or Program Files directories, the plugin will trigger a root folder error. If your user account lacks the necessary rights
The most common cause for this error on Windows is a modified path. Soundtoys plugins often rely on the default Windows temporary directory to initialize folders. If you have moved your Temp folder to a secondary drive to save space, the plugin may fail to create its root directory.