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Old 04-27-2020, 04:08 AM
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Default Favourite Pro Tools Shortcuts?

Hey guys! Looking to refine my workflow, so what would be some of your favourite shortcuts to use in Pro Tools 2020?
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CNTRL Z (undo). Seriously!!! This one lets me quickly & fearlessly try things, since I know I can always back-out if I don't like it.
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Old 04-27-2020, 08:16 AM
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Command+S

The most important one
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Command + Q (quits the application)
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Command - <
(Switches between mix and edit window, at least it used to, on mac.)
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Ctrl + =
Windows key + =
Alt + =

That is the trinity of shortcuts I find myself using the most with ctrl + alt + B getting an honorable mention.
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