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It depends on the fabric. Like, it makes towels less absorbent, most sports wear hates it (tags generally say not to use fabric softener), it leaves a residue on stuff, blah blah blah.
For any smells, use vinegar. Using vinegar is just a good idea. Do a wash with regular soap, and then an extra rinse cycle (or full cycle, based on need) where it's just vinegar. You don't need a lot. Vinegar will help clear out smells, it'll help break down the buildup of soap and softener that's probably in the machine (which can add to the fun smells, and can mold).
My towels are so thirsty, I could throw one in the Atlantic ocean and it would just be a puddle afterwards, it's fantastic. Just a regular wash and then an extra rinse like I stated, and no dryer sheets in the drier, I use some wool balls I got. The main thing to not get shocked, is to not over dry in the drier.