The Complete List of MIDI Editing Tips

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1. **Use Command + T for cutting**:​

Utilize the shortcut Command + T to cut parts of your track in either the "Piano Roll Grid" or the regular workspace.

2. **Edit with the Marquee Tool**:​

Use the Marquee tool in the Piano Roll Grid to select and delete audio sections by highlighting and then pressing the delete key.

3. **Undo Changes and Mistakes with Command + Z**:​

If you make a mistake, you can revert it by pressing Command + Z.

4. **Use Melodyne 5 for vocal and instrument correction**:​

This plug-in helps correct errors in vocal and instrument recordings and can convert tracks to MIDI.

5. **Use Zoom with Command + Left/Right Arrow**:​

Zoom in and out on your MIDI region for detailed editing.

6. **Merge tracks with Command + J**:​

Combine multiple tracks into one by selecting them and using Command + J.

7. **Use the Cycle Area for Looping**:​

The cycle area allows you to repeat a section of your recording for continuous playback during editing.

8. **Use the Resize Pointer for Trimming**:​

Adjust the start and end of audio clips in your project with the Resize Pointer.

9. **Use Snap to Grid (Command + G)**:​

Enable this feature for precision editing, ensuring edits align perfectly with the grid.

10. **Copy and Paste with Command + C and then Command + V**:​

Easily duplicate sections of your music within your project.

11. **Use the Easy Method for Copying Audio Files**:​

Hold the Option key and drag an audio file to create a copy.

12. **Count Beats Per Minute (BPM)**:​

Understand the BPM to effectively chop and synchronize music.

13. **Use the Score Editor for notation-based editing**:​

Access this feature for traditional music notation editing.

14. **Remember to Name Tracks**:​

Right-click on track headers to rename them for better organization.

15. **Reorder Your Tracks According to the Arrangement**:​

Click and drag track headers to rearrange the track order.

16. **Use Time Quantizing**:​

Adjust timing of MIDI notes using the Time Quantize feature in the Smart Controls (Press 'B' on your keyboard).

17. **Select and De-Select quickly**:​

Rapidly toggle settings like mute across multiple tracks with the drag selection technique.