If you are seeing this string in an error log or crash report, the issue likely stems from one of three scenarios:
Non-linear editing systems (NLEs) like Final Cut Pro or DaVinci Resolve store metadata in XML or .drp files. A bin is a folder within the project. fgoptional could be a smart bin filter that only shows clips tagged as "Feature Group - Optional." Editors working on a documentary series might have a master bin for mandatory footage and an fgoptional bin for additional B-roll or expert interviews only available to premium clients. fgoptionaldocumentaryvideosbin exclusive
Documentary films rely on access. An exclusive documentary video bin might contain: If you are seeing this string in an
For a production company, tagging a bin as fgoptional and exclusive is a strategic move. It allows them to: For a production company, tagging a bin as
The Flight Simulator install is massive—often exceeding 200GB. A significant chunk of this (roughly 10–15GB) is taken up by the documentary videos. Unlike the airplanes or world scenery, these videos do not affect gameplay.
If you are looking to move the game to a smaller SSD or simply want to clear space, identifying the fgOptionalDocumentaryVideosBin allows you to target and delete these massive files safely.