Save And Import Files

Use this workflow after measurement to write the adjusted Helix file and import it back into the Helix.

Before You Save

Check the result table:

  • no important rows are red;

  • ignored snapshots are intentional;

  • solo snapshots are marked correctly;

  • manual edits look right;

  • gain changes look reasonable.

See also: Reading Results.

Save

Save writes changes to the active Helix file.

Use Save when you are comfortable replacing the active file and you already have a backup.

Save As

Save As writes a new Helix file.

This is the safer choice for most users because it keeps the original file untouched.

Example:

Original: My Setlist.hls
Adjusted: My Setlist Adjusted.hls

Save Measurement File

Save Measurement File creates a temporary file used for measurement routing.

Use it when the workflow asks you to import a measurement file, or when a parameter study requires a prepared measurement file on the Helix.

Warning: Never use the measurement file as your final live file.

File Extensions

Keep the same file type:

  • .hls setlist saves as .hls;

  • .hlx preset saves as .hlx.

MatchPatch warns you if the saved file extension does not match.

Overwrite Prompts

If the file already exists, MatchPatch asks before overwriting it.

Read the path carefully before confirming.

Import The Adjusted File

After saving:

  1. Open your Helix editor or import method.

  2. Import the adjusted .hls or .hlx file.

  3. Confirm the presets and snapshots are in the expected slots.

  4. Play through the setlist.

  5. Listen for level balance in context.

What Success Looks Like

  • The adjusted file saves successfully.

  • The file imports into Helix.

  • Presets and snapshots are in the expected places.

  • The setlist sounds more even.

  • You still have the original backup.

If Something Looks Wrong

  • Reimport the original backup if needed.

  • Reopen MatchPatch and check the result table.

  • Rerun measurement for affected presets.

  • Use manual editing for small musical exceptions.

Warning: Do not overwrite a live file unless you are certain the adjusted file is ready.

See also: Measurement And Adjusted Files.