The .xml settings files containing the plugin's sample path are damaged or missing. 💻 Step-by-Step Fixes for Windows & Mac 1. Re-link the Sample Path via Plugin Settings
When (AGM or AGML) throws a "Loading Samples Failed" or "InstDir Read Error; Code 7" message, the plugin has launched successfully but cannot retrieve its essential audio file extensions. This typically occurs due to: Ample Guitar M Loading Samples Failed
The Windows "Documents" folder is hosted on Microsoft OneDrive , blocking local plugin reads. This typically occurs due to: The Windows "Documents"
To fix the error, you must either redirect the plugin to its sample library folder or resolve local system permission conflicts. 🛠️ Core Causes of the Error Code 7" message
Move your system's default folder out of the OneDrive directory and restore it to its original path: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\Documents . 3. Clear and Reset the XML Path Cache