52 Questions
What is a Marker in the context of a timeline?
A specific point in time
How can you create a new Memory Location during playback?
By storing the current playback cursor location 'on the fly' during playback
What is the shortcut to show or hide the Memory Locations window on a Mac?
Command+5
What is the purpose of the Number field in the New Memory Location dialog box?
To type the memory location number for the Marker
What does the 'Bar|Beat' time reference option do?
Locks the Marker to a tick-based position
What is the purpose of the General Properties section in the New Memory Location dialog box?
To choose additional aspects of your session that will be recalled
What happens when you choose the 'Absolute' time reference option?
The Marker is based on a sample-based position and will not change if the tempo of the session is changed
What is the default behavior of the Number field in the New Memory Location dialog box?
It is populated with the first available number
How can you recall a Memory Location by number?
By using the shortcut associated with the Memory Location's number
What is the purpose of a Marker in a music project?
To mark the beginning of a verse or chorus
What does the Track Visibility option control in the New Memory Location dialog box?
The tracks that are shown or hidden
What is the purpose of the Comments field in the New Memory Location dialog box?
To type descriptive notes about the Memory Location
What type of Memory Location would you create to recall an area on the timeline?
Selection Memory Location
What is the icon shape of a Bar|Beat Marker in the Markers ruler?
Irregular pentagon
How do you show or hide the Marker ruler in the Edit window?
From the Ruler View selector
What determines the time properties of a Memory Location?
The Marker or Selection
What happens when you recall a Memory Location that has a Selection time property?
The entire selection on the timeline is recalled
Why would you use a Memory Location to recall a scene in a post-production project?
To recall the entire duration of the scene on the timeline
What is the purpose of the Memory Locations window?
To list all the Memory Locations in a project
What happens when you click the OK button in the New Memory Location dialog box?
The Memory Location is created and appears in the Memory Locations window
What is the primary benefit of using the Universe view in the Edit window?
To get an overview of the session and navigate quickly
How do you show or hide the Universe view from the View menu?
Move your cursor to the Other Displays menu item and click Universe
What is indicated with a green check mark in the Edit Window pop-up menu?
The shown Universe view
Where is the Edit Window pop-up menu located?
In the upper right-hand corner of the Edit window
What is the purpose of the Show/Hide Universe/Clip Effects View button?
To show or hide the Universe view
In what type of sessions is the Universe view especially useful?
More involved sessions with higher track counts and longer timelines
What is the default shortcut to show or hide the Universe/Clip Effects view?
Option+7 (Mac) or Alt+7 (Window)
What is represented in the Universe view, even though they cannot contain clips?
Auxiliary Input, VCA, and Master Fader tracks
What determines the size and shape of the Current View indicator in the Universe view?
The track heights and zoom levels
What happens when you narrow the Universe view to less than its minimum height?
The Universe view becomes hidden
How can you use the Universe view to navigate your session quickly?
By clicking on the Current View indicator and dragging it
What is the maximum number of Memory Locations available in each session?
999
What is displayed in the Universe view when you have hidden tracks in your session?
Only the shown tracks
What is the purpose of the Markers ruler in the Universe view?
To provide a visual representation of the session's timeline
What can you do to adjust the height of the Universe view?
Move your cursor to the bottom edge of the Universe and click and drag
What happens when you click on a location in the Universe view?
The tracks area in the Edit window changes to show the clicked location
What determines the time properties of the edited Memory Location?
The current position or selection on the timeline
How can you delete all Memory Locations in a Session?
Click the Memory Locations window's pop-up menu and choose 'Delete All'
What is the shortcut to move the playback cursor to the next Marker on the timeline?
Pressing the Tab key
How can you make a selection between two Markers?
Recall one Marker and then hold the Shift key as you recall a different Marker
What is the shortcut to create a Memory Location?
Pressing the Enter key on the numeric keypad
What is the sequence of keys to recall Memory Location #16?
.16.
What is the purpose of setting Time Properties to Absolute in the Reference pop-up menu?
To prevent the Memory Location from changing when the session's tempo changes
What does the dots in the Memory Locations window indicate?
A selection Memory Location
What is the purpose of creating a Memory Location with Time Properties set to None?
To recall only the additional properties of the session
What are the steps to create a Memory Location from the Markers ruler?
Move the playback cursor to the desired location and click the Add Marker/Memory Location button
How can you edit a Memory Location?
By selecting the Memory Location and choosing Edit from the pop-up menu
What is the result of creating a Memory Location with Selection or None as their Time Properties?
The Memory Location will not appear on the Marker ruler
What are the benefits of using Memory Locations in a music session?
To quickly change your view to show only certain tracks and adjust the track heights
What is the purpose of the Add Marker/Memory Location button in the Markers ruler?
To create a new Memory Location
What happens when you hold the Control key and move the cursor to the position that you want to recall?
The cursor turns into a pointing finger with a plus sign
What is the benefit of using the Memory Locations window?
To edit and rename existing Memory Locations
Learn how to navigate your Pro Tools session effectively using the Universe view. Discover how to get an overview of your session, identify your location, and quickly navigate to different sections. Mastering the Universe view is essential for Pro Tools proficiency.
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