10 Pro tool tips for noobz :D

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Here they are this is a nice link to read if your fresh to pro tools, the #1 tip is great

1.) To improve system performance consolidate all your audio files. Thus, each track becomes a single file rather than a playlist of multiple files from punch ins, edits, crossfades and so forth. You can do this before or after editing at your discretion.

2.) A prime advantage of a DAW is the ability to 'clean up' the files quickly. Remove all extraneous noise on the tracks and "mute" channels you don't want to hear (like tom mics when there aren't any toms being played). Use the strip silence function to do this in seconds.

3.) Create a master effects ProTools Session so you can quickly import your favorite send/return effects. Be sure to fill it up with all the settings you tend to commonly use so that you may pick and choose what is appropriate for the track.

4.) Label your auxillary busses in the configure IO window. That way you know which buss goes where at a glance.

5.) Make sure to assign groups to your tracks. Proper configuration of groups allows you to mute/solo sections of elements (like drums) in a single push, edit the entire group simultaneously and other time saving functions.

6.) Remove unnecessary audio files from your audio regions list frequently. Don't delete them, just remove them from the session by going to the playlist, choosing to "select unused" and choosing "remove." That way the DAW doesn't load those files up when booting the session up. Saves a ton of time.

7.) Automate entire sections of the mix quickly by using the selector to choose the area, and switching to the trimmer to adjust the automation settings.

8.) Instead of recording multiple takes use the playlist feature. Make sure to label each take on the playlist so you don't confuse yourself later down the line.

9.) Use the show/hide feature to better organize your session. Instead of deleting tracks, deactivate the channel's voice to save DSP and hide them. If you need them again they are two clicks away. Great for handling scratch tracks.

10.) Clearly label each channel before you start recording. This saves you the agony have having all your audio files named "Audio 135_123.L" and not knowing what they are. Useful if you have to go back and find something later.

courtesy of james meeker