The Toolbar

Recap on Template Building and Customization

Building a Template

• Building a template consists of:
  • Getting your sounds correctly in place
  • Loading them into folders
  • Categorizing them for easier visibility

Customizing the Environment

• We looked at adding elements to:
  • The control bar
  • The toolbar

Control Bar Functions

• The control bar, located just beneath the toolbar, includes various functions that I frequently reference.
• Key Commandable Functions:
  • Most functions here can be accessed via key commands.
  • This includes:
    • Editing MIDI
    • Repeating sections
    • Arranging
    • Bouncing regions
    • Splitting locators

Customizing Functions

• To customize the toolbar:
  • Use Control + Click to add functions.
  • I prefer seeing certain functions visually rather than relying solely on key commands to avoid accidental pressing.

Useful Functions to Add

• Bounce: I haven't assigned a key command for this, but I keep it visible in the control bar.
• Automatic Quick Assign: We'll discuss this further, particularly regarding automation.
• Import/Export Audio: Essential functions for workflow.

Bouncing Stems

• When creating stems or bouncing out audio, the process is as follows:
  • It generates bounce folders (as opposed to "bounce in place," which we'll explore later).
  • This feature helps in exporting selections of regions or tracks effectively.

Grouping Tracks for Post Production

• One critical aspect of post-production involves organizing your audio:
  • Using folder tracks or summing buses (aux tracks) aids in managing audio when stemming.
• During final mix stages, mixers may need sections grouped (e.g., string sections, brass sections).
• To bounce a section, highlight it and:
  • Click Bounce or go to Bounce Output (both perform the same action).
• We will cover more about bouncing and importing files in detail later on.