Identifying plugin type (VST2,3,etc)

[Colin Nicholls]

The "Add Track" / "choose plugin" menu shows VST2, VST3 in identical colors making it hard to discern. 

Also, the Browser shows them in different colours but the icon is also hard to discern.

I suggest assuming either VST2 or VST3 (probably VST3) and only identifying the plugin type if it is different from the default. 

That would vastly improve clarity.

[Xoo]

Why does it matter (in general, and assuming the VST2/3 replacement works)?

[Starship Krupa]

I, too, like being sure which type of plug-in I'm using. And I favor VST3 plug-ins.

VST2 technology will fade away sooner than VST3, and any plug-in that I only have in VST2 form is on the older side.

Some people start a project, finish it, archive it and go on. Some people, like me, have dozens of non-completed projects that we revisit when we feel like it. Starter ideas, ones I couldn't figure out how to finish, etc.

Right now, my composition method starts in the box, with soft synths and creative FX. The DAW is effectively my "instrument." So it collects ideas just like my piano or guitar. With the DAW, it's easier to save and remember. I can work on an older project, I can search them for ideas to combine, etc.

So plugin longevity is important. Newer is better, "still supported" is best.

Let's hope that whenever we get access to custom color schemes, we're allowed to set these colors.