3.8 Transport
Tempo
Adjust the tempo by horizontally dragging or double-clicking on the box. If there are multiple tempo tags, the adjusted tempo will only take effect within the current tag range.
Beat Per Bar
Adjust the value by horizontally dragging or double-clicking on the box. Set the number of beats per bar, which will be applied to the time ruler, grid, and metronome.
Return to Start
Clicking this button will jump the timeline or marker-line back to the beginning of the project. Shortcut key: [Enter].
Play/Stop
Controlled by the [space] key.
Record
Click to start audio recording. Please refer to [
3.4.4 - Recording Audio]
Metronome
When turned on, the metronome will provide an audible beat corresponding to the current beat settings during playback. The metronome's sound output is independent of the master.
Loop
When turned on, the loop brace on the time ruler will be activated. When the timeline reaches the end of the loop brace, it will automatically jump back to the beginning of the loop and continue playing. The minimum precision of the loop brace is one beat. You can use the shortcut key [Ctrl]+[L] (Windows) / [Command]+[L] (Mac) to quickly set the current selection range as the loop brace.
Auto-Flip
When turned on, the corresponding view will automatically scroll when the timeline reaches the end. You can set the animation method and timing of the auto-flip in the "General" category of the preferences.