> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lmms.io/user-manual/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lmms.io/user-manual/en/instruments/vestige.md). # VeSTige VeSTige VeSTige is a VST host that allow the use of external VST plugins. It is a powerful way to extend the range of sounds you can create beyond the plugins provided by defaul. Because VeSTige is a MIDI based host, you can't use ENV/LFO in it. ## Usage Usage of VeSTige varies greatly depending on what plugin is loaded, but the basic features are the same. * The green folder button opens a file browser that allows loading of a plugin. Navigate to the folder where you've installed said VST plugin, and select the plugin `.dll` * The wrench icon shows all the parameters of the plugin as knobs, allowing for automation * For more information regarding automation, see [Automation](/user-manual/en/navigation/automation.md) * "Show/hide GUI" shows the plugin's user interface * "Turn off all notes" is a panic button that mutes the plugin entirely * The left and right arrow move back and forward in the list of presets * The down arrow shows a list of presets * The folder icon allows loading of presets * The hard drive icon allows for saving presets