Check it out! Pro Tools 8.0.4 update now available!
Lots of (supposed) bug fixes including:
-Canopus Support Restored
-Lots of quirky automation bug fixes.
Check this link for more info and the download.
Sorry non-Intel users… you’re still suck with 8.0.1cs2
Hey! Emmy voters!
For your consideration:
Sound Editing in Non-Fiction
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Hey everyone! I’m assuming that most of you use the Kensington Expert Trackball (and if you don’t you should be!) If you don’t know already, …Read More
Perform vanishing acts with “control-option-command + w” This will hide all floating windows. Press it again to “magically” bring them all back! ALAKAZAM!
(thanks to Aaron for thinking of pressing it twice!)
This is a well documented shortcut, but I find it handy pretty often (especially in post-production), so I figured I’d give it a mention.
To enter Shuttle Mode, hold down Control, and hit any number on the number pad. After you are in shuttle mode, the control modifier is not necessary for changing the speed.
The 5 key is normal playback speed
4-1 are progressively slower
6-9 are progessively faster
Hitting the +/- keys will toggle between Forward and Reverse playback, respectively.
When you are done shuttling, hit stop and you will return to normal functionality.
I find this pretty handy for checking sync on sound effects or dialog.
Here are some advanced nudging shortcuts that can you help move you quicker in repetitive editing situations. Make a selection and get your nudge on!
Shortcuts used in the video are:
(Note: + and – keys on Keypad)
Command +/- Change end of region.
Option +/- Change beginning of region.
Shift +/- Move selection independent of region.
Shift Command +/- Change end of selection independent of region.
Shift Option +/- Change beginning of selection independent of region.
Just to catch up some new readers… here are 3 of the coolest features that we’ve already talked about!
- EQ fast!
This Blog is where you'll find the Pro Tools shortcuts and features that we're obsessing about this week. They may be new features, old ones revisited, or just a hotkey we never knew existed.
If you have a any keyboard shortcuts, tips, or tricks you want to share, or if you just want to say "Hi!" contact us at major@ptdudes.com. We welcome any comments or suggestions!
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