INSTRUCTIONS:

• Place the downloaded Community Linked folder and its subfolders in any location where you manage your MSFS add-ons. It is recommended to keep it outside the main MSFS directory (Official and Community folders). Once placed, open Addons Linker and point it to the downloaded Community Linked folder.
• Then, run Addons Linker, once loaded within the Menu Bar up to Navigate to: Tools then Options, when the dialog box appears, under General Tab, look for the ADD Button on the right side, this will open up another Dialog box that will allow you to Browse for Folders, simply navigate to where you placed the Community Linked folder downloaded from here and hit ok.
• Next time you open up Addons Linker, you will see the Community Linked Folder downloaded from here and its sub folders in the Addons Linker UI. You're all done, from this point on simply categorizes your Addons Accordingly.
• For more extensive instructions on how to use Addons Linker, please refer to the Addons Linker PDF File provided in the MSFS Addons Linker Addon by BAD2000
• Addons Linker by bad2000 is Required for this to Function --> You can Download it here--> MSFS Addons Linker

Just a collection of random spots I’ve visited in MSFS over the last few years. Finally got them organized if you want to see what I've been up to in the skies: Garcia-Sim-Stops Screen-shots --> Facebook

DESCRIPTION:

GarciaMK4 Global Add-On Hierarchy (Directory Structure) Version 1.0.3

Pre-Constructed folder structure to be used with Addons Linker. Greetings to all, this is a structured global directory system designed for use with Addons Linker. It provides a scalable and organized method for managing Microsoft Flight Simulator add-ons by aircraft category, geographic region, libraries, liveries, and utilities. This hierarchy is refined specifically for modular Addons Linker usage, allowing clean activation, separation of content, and long-term maintainability.

VERY INPORTANT: Note: This layout is based on the add-ons currently installed in my own setup. If certain areas are missing, it simply means no add-ons were installed for that location at the time of creation. You are free to expand or adapt the structure to suit your needs.

-- Please note that this is merely a Pre-Constructed folder structure I've created to work with Add-ons Linker to assist the community in more effectively organizing their Add-ons ENJOY: :-D

-- Addons Linker by bad2000 is Required for this to Function --> You can Download it here--> MSFS Addons Linker

FOLDER STRUCTURE LAYOUT

• AIRCRAFT: Divided into: (BIG_AIRLINERS) (GENERAL_AVIATION)
• GLOBAL_SCENERY:  Organized by Continent, Country, and Regional Subdivision. Each region contains a dedicated AIRPORTS folder.
• LIBRARIES Divided into: (COMMON_ASSETS) (CUSTOM_ASSETS) (MISCELLANEOUS_ASSETS) 
• LIVERIES:  Divided into: (AIRLINERS) (GENERAL_AVIATION) 
• UTILITIES: For simulator enhancement tools such as: Parallel42 Flow Weather Utilities Ground handling tools Other operational enhancements
• NAMING STANDARD: Country-based examples use ISO-3 prefixes (e.g., CAN_XXXX, JPN_XXXX) ... U.S. states and similar subdivisions use standard abbreviations (e.g., NY_XXXX, CA_XXXX). Replace XXXX with the appropriate ICAO identifier. Details can be found in the READ ME text in each airport folder.

   v1.0.4 Small Update GarciaMK4 Global Addon Hierarchy - CHANGE_LOG

• Version: v1.0.4
• Date: 2026-03-01 10:29:49
• Summary
• - Taxonomy cleanup and naming normalization for the empty folder hierarchy.
• - Removed script-introduced artifacts and corrected geographic placements.
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• Changes (today)
• - Removed duplicate Delaware placement; Delaware remains under UNITED_STATES\NORTHEAST.
• - Moved Key West to UNITED_STATES\SOUTH.
• - Standardized Puerto Rico naming to PUERTO_RICO (spelling + underscore format).
• - Removed unintended TMP_* folder created by a PowerShell script under New Zealand.
• - Moved Cuba to NORTHERN_AMERICA\CARIBBEAN.
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• Notes / Intentional Structure
• - P42 folder under UNITED_STATES\MIDWEST is intentional (Parallel 42 vendor bucket).
• - This release distributes an empty structure; users may apply their own ICAO/state/vendor naming conventions.

  
  

ALSO REGIONAL MAPS HAS NOW BEEN ADDED AS PDF FILE

U.S.A

The United States has been subdivided into states and broader regions for improved organization. Regional boundaries can vary depending on reference sources; this arrangement reflects a practical and consistent division for add-on management. You may reorganize or adjust regional divisions as preferred.

Note:  as mentioned above, this structure is based on the scenery I have installed. If areas are missing, it's because I don't have any scenery installed for that specific area, so feel free to add to this to adapt it to your needs. There's also a lot of contradictory data regarding the division everywhere else; I used the Add-ons Linker filter feature to divide the rest as best I could base on the add-ons I have installed. Change it as you please to better fit your profile.

                                                                                             GLOBAL SCENERY NOTES

Within each geographic location, the AIRPORTS folder is intended for airport scenery packages. If desired, you may create additional subfolders (such as VFR) within specific regions to separate large-area scenery from airport-specific packages. This is optional and depends on personal preference. The structure is designed to allow flexible organization while maintaining logical consistency.

                                                                                                            IMPORTANT

Always verify add-on compatibility before renaming or relocating any scenery package. This hierarchy is provided as an organizational framework.  
Users are responsible for proper installation and compatibility.

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GarciaMK4 Global Add-On Hierarchy (Directory Structure) v1.0.4

Organize your MSFS addons efficiently with a pre-constructed folder structure for Addons Linker. Categorize your aircraft, scenery, liveries, mods, and more using this ready-to-use layout. Easily adapt and modify the structure to suit your specific needs and preferences. Download Addons Linker by bad2000 to enhance your addon management experience.

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