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How do I install Splice Bridge?

Learn how to install Splice Bridge through the Splice Desktop App, get it showing up in your DAW, and where its plugin files are installed on your OS.

Splice Bridge is installed through the Splice Desktop App, so you'll need the app on your computer before you get started. Grab the latest Desktop App here: https://splice.com/download


Before you begin

  • Download the Splice Desktop App here: splice.com/download.

  • Make sure you sign in to the app with the account that has an active Splice subscription.


Installing Bridge

  1. Open the Splice Desktop App and go to Apps & Plug-ins, under Your Library on the left-hand side.

    Navigation menu with “Apps and Plugins” highlighted.

  2. In the Splice section, find Bridge and click Install.

    Splice software interface showing the Apps & Plugins page with an arrow pointing to the blue Install button for Splice Bridge.

  3. Follow your computer's installation prompts.

  4. When installation is complete, restart your DAW or rescan for third-party plugins.


Authorize Bridge

Make sure the Splice Desktop App is open before you open your DAW, so it can authorize Bridge.

Please note: The Desktop App needs to be opened at least once every three days to keep your Bridge license authorized.


Get Bridge showing in your DAW

If Bridge doesn't appear in your DAW, follow the plugin instructions for your DAW:


Plugin install locations

Bridge installs to these locations automatically:
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Mac

  • AU: Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/Components/SpliceBridge.component

  • VST3: Macintosh HD/Library/Audio/Plug-Ins/VST3/SpliceBridge.vst3

Windows

  • VST3: C:\Program Files\Common Files\VST3


Update or reinstall Bridge

You can update or reinstall Bridge at any time from Apps & Plug-ins in the Splice Desktop App.

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