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How many automation playlists are allowed per type per track?
How many automation playlists are allowed per type per track?
- Only one (correct)
- Multiple
- Unlimited
- Depends on the track type
What happens to clips on the track when you change views to an automation parameter?
What happens to clips on the track when you change views to an automation parameter?
- They become invisible
- They are dimmed (correct)
- They are deleted
- They are replaced with automation breakpoints
How can you view multiple automation playlists in addition to the track's view?
How can you view multiple automation playlists in addition to the track's view?
- By using shortcuts
- By clicking the Show/Hide Automation Lanes button (correct)
- By choosing the relevant action from the Edit menu
- By clicking the Track View Selector
What is unique about each automation type in a track?
What is unique about each automation type in a track?
What is the purpose of the circular buttons to the left of the Lane View selector?
What is the purpose of the circular buttons to the left of the Lane View selector?
How can you work with automation data in your session?
How can you work with automation data in your session?
When you select an area of automation and paste it to a new location on the timeline, what happens?
When you select an area of automation and paste it to a new location on the timeline, what happens?
What is the result of copying data from an automation playlist that contains no data other than a single breakpoint at the beginning of the track?
What is the result of copying data from an automation playlist that contains no data other than a single breakpoint at the beginning of the track?
What happens when you copy and paste a clip?
What happens when you copy and paste a clip?
What is the purpose of the 'Special' categories in the cut, copy, and paste menus?
What is the purpose of the 'Special' categories in the cut, copy, and paste menus?
What is the default shortcut to cut all automation on a Mac?
What is the default shortcut to cut all automation on a Mac?
What is the result of using the 'Merge' option in the Paste Special menu?
What is the result of using the 'Merge' option in the Paste Special menu?
What does the 'Repeat to Fill Selection' option in the Paste Special menu do?
What does the 'Repeat to Fill Selection' option in the Paste Special menu do?
What does the 'To Current Automation Type' option in the Paste Special menu do?
What does the 'To Current Automation Type' option in the Paste Special menu do?
Why are the 'Special' categories necessary for working with automation?
Why are the 'Special' categories necessary for working with automation?
What is the default shortcut to paste special with the 'Merge' option on a Windows machine?
What is the default shortcut to paste special with the 'Merge' option on a Windows machine?
What is the primary function of Edit > Paste Special > To Current Automation Type?
What is the primary function of Edit > Paste Special > To Current Automation Type?
What is the key difference between clearing and cutting automation in Pro Tools?
What is the key difference between clearing and cutting automation in Pro Tools?
How can you clear all automation playlists in a track?
How can you clear all automation playlists in a track?
What is the purpose of the SUSPEND button in the Automation window?
What is the purpose of the SUSPEND button in the Automation window?
How can you nudge automation data in Pro Tools?
How can you nudge automation data in Pro Tools?
What happens when you clear automation in a selected area?
What happens when you clear automation in a selected area?
What is the difference between suspending all automation and suspending all automation on a track?
What is the difference between suspending all automation and suspending all automation on a track?
How can you cut automation in Pro Tools?
How can you cut automation in Pro Tools?
What is the purpose of Edit > Paste Special > To Current Automation Type in regards to main volume levels and send volume playlists?
What is the purpose of Edit > Paste Special > To Current Automation Type in regards to main volume levels and send volume playlists?
What is the result of triple-clicking in the playlist with the Selector tool and pressing Command+A (Mac) or Ctrl+A (Windows)?
What is the result of triple-clicking in the playlist with the Selector tool and pressing Command+A (Mac) or Ctrl+A (Windows)?
What is the term used to describe groups that represent subsets of other groups?
What is the term used to describe groups that represent subsets of other groups?
When a track is a member of multiple active groups, which group takes priority?
When a track is a member of multiple active groups, which group takes priority?
What does the circle icon indicate next to a group name?
What does the circle icon indicate next to a group name?
What is the purpose of holding the Control key (Mac) or Start key (Windows) when working with groups?
What is the purpose of holding the Control key (Mac) or Start key (Windows) when working with groups?
What happens when you click on the area to the left of a group name?
What happens when you click on the area to the left of a group name?
What is the result of holding the Control key (Mac) or Start key (Windows) and clicking on a group name?
What is the result of holding the Control key (Mac) or Start key (Windows) and clicking on a group name?
What is indicated by a dot icon next to a group name?
What is indicated by a dot icon next to a group name?
What is the purpose of mix groups in a mixing session?
What is the purpose of mix groups in a mixing session?
What happens when a track is a member of two active groups of the same size?
What happens when a track is a member of two active groups of the same size?
What is the benefit of using mix groups in a large mixing session?
What is the benefit of using mix groups in a large mixing session?
How can you change all selected tracks' automation modes?
How can you change all selected tracks' automation modes?
What is the purpose of Mix Groups in Pro Tools?
What is the purpose of Mix Groups in Pro Tools?
How can you selectively suspend individual parameters within a track in Pro Tools?
How can you selectively suspend individual parameters within a track in Pro Tools?
What happens to changes made to a member track of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
What happens to changes made to a member track of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
How can you activate or deactivate a Mix Group using the keyboard in Pro Tools?
How can you activate or deactivate a Mix Group using the keyboard in Pro Tools?
What is a benefit of choosing a specific Group ID for a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
What is a benefit of choosing a specific Group ID for a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
What is a primary use of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
What is a primary use of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
How do you suspend a parameter on multiple tracks in Pro Tools?
How do you suspend a parameter on multiple tracks in Pro Tools?
What can be selectively enabled or disabled in the Attributes and Globals tab of the Create Group dialog box in Pro Tools?
What can be selectively enabled or disabled in the Attributes and Globals tab of the Create Group dialog box in Pro Tools?
How can you view a list of all the member tracks of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?
How can you view a list of all the member tracks of a Mix Group in Pro Tools?