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Note: As normalization is generally the last step in sample editing, this parameter (if
active) can destroy the undo history. As a safety feature, a warning pops up if an undo
history exists (and the switch is on), providing you with the opportunity to create an
undo file.
• Number of Undo Steps—limits the maximum number of recorded undo steps. Use the
mouse as a slider to adjust the step value.
• Store undo files in Song Folder—switch this parameter on if you would like the undo
history to be stored in a sub-folder alongside the song.
Note: This is switched on by default if the song is part of a project (see “Projects” on
page 51).
• Global undo file path—all undo history files are saved into a “global” location (a user-
defined folder) if the Store undo files in Song Folder option is not switched on.
Backup Copies
Automatic Backups
Logic will ask you if you wish to make a backup copy of the file you’re working on
(unless one already exists), before you perform a destructive edit in the Sample Editor.
Activate the No Dialog button to avoid this question being asked again, while editing in
the current window.
You can even turn off the dialog altogether in the Audio > Audio Preferences. In this
situation, you’ll only be asked when the program is first loaded, and when you make
your first edit. You can reply as follows:
Process
No backup is made and the edit is performed. You won’t be asked the question until
the next program launch.
Cancel
Stops the edit.
Preferences
Opens the Audio Preferences window, allowing you to reactivate the Backup dialog
box, so that it appears every time you attempt a destructive edit.
Manual Backups
You can make manual backups of the file you’re editing, or replace it with a backup
version at any time—using a variety of functions:
Audio File > Create Backup
Creates a duplicate of the audio file you’re working on (with the extension “.dup”), and
places it on the same level, in the same folder.