where is the search function for instruments in kontakt 8?

Geky

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hello everyone! a few days ago I switched from kontakt 5 to kontakt 8, the problem I'm facing in k8 is that I can't find the search function for instruments, by name as it exists in k5 or as there is the search function for a file in Windows, this is to make myself more understandable. I specify that I don't use instrument libraries, I use nki, nkm instruments or banks with nki instruments, personal, which I have all piled up in a folder. in kontakt 5 I loaded the folder with instruments into the database, I updated that folder and I could search for them by the name of the instruments. in kontakt 8 I can't find this function. either I don't know how to use k8 or the function doesn't exist.

Geky

Hello, I ask the people at NI to help me change the version of Kontakt 8. For me, K8 is useless and since I spent the money, I want an earlier version of Kontakt 6-7, whichever has the function I referred to.

Vocalpoint

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/220222#Comment_220222

You would have to submit a ticket to Purchase Support:

https://support.native-instruments.com/hc/en-us/sections/360000092537-Order-and-Payment

And see what they can do for your situation.

What I can tell you - (without using support) is that Kontakt 6 and 7 are no longer available for purchase.

You would need to explore the third party seller market to get a copy of one of those. Or just continue using Kontakt 5 like you did in the past.

VP

PoorFellow

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/220222#Comment_220222

@Geky : I did not try to avoid your question as you accuse me of in another thread, I just didn't know exactly what you were looking for.

The Database view is only available in Kontakt 6 and earlier versions , reference : Using the Kontakt Database

It is understandable that you are frustrated with the retiring of the Database View however then a lot of newer Kontakt libraries require at least Kontakt 7 , and many require the newest version of Kontakt , e.g. Kontakt 8.

If you want to contact N.I. in connection with the issue then you can contact N.I. Kontakt Support

In case that you need guidance contacting support : Please read : how to get support !

CC : @Vocalpoint