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Pattern tools

Tools

Random tool

The Random Pattern tool lets you edit automation envelopes by drawing random shapes.

For information about drawing shapes, see “To draw automation shapes” on page 531.

Using the Pattern tools on automation

Figure 161. Pattern tool hotspots on automation.

Note: The pattern tools do not work on audio clips, MIDI clips, PRV notes or AudioSnap

transients.

Hotspot Default action +SHIFT

A Draw automation shapes Insert nodes at the Snap to Grid value without changing the value of

the envelope segments (limited to the track the gesture is started on)

Table 102. Using Pattern tools on automation

Note: To draw automation shapes,

set the Snap to Grid resolution to the desired length of each

pattern cycle, then

perform the following steps in one gesture:

1. Click to set the center position of the shape.

2. Drag up/down to set the vertical range of the shape.

3. Drag left/right to set the duration of the shape.