Leafage needs the configured project location before it can create, open, import, or save projects. If that folder is missing, Leafage shows a folder warning on the Projects screen.
Why it happens
The project folder can become unavailable when:
- The folder was renamed or moved in Finder.
- The folder was deleted.
- An external drive is disconnected.
- A cloud sync provider made the folder online-only.
- File permissions changed.
- The configured path points to a temporary location or old installer volume.
Reconnect the original folder
If the folder still exists:
- Open Projects.
- Click Choose folder.
- Pick the original Leafage project folder.
- Confirm the Projects screen loads your project cards.
If the Projects screen is already visible, use Settings -> General -> Project location and click Browse.
Use a new folder
If the original folder is gone:
- Choose a new stable project location.
- Import a
.leafagebackup if you have one. - Recreate missing projects only if no backup exists.
Cloud sync notes
Cloud folders can work, but they need to keep project files available locally.
If you use iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, or similar tools:
- Mark the Leafage project folder as available offline.
- Wait for sync to finish before opening the same project on another Mac.
- Avoid editing the same project from two machines at the same time.
Permissions
If the folder exists but Leafage cannot write to it:
- In Finder, select the folder.
- Choose File -> Get Info.
- Check Sharing & Permissions.
- Make sure your macOS user can read and write.
You can also choose a new folder you own, then import a backup.
Do not repair project files manually
Project folders include a manifest and asset references. Manual edits can make a project unreadable. If you need to preserve a broken project, copy the whole project folder before experimenting.