Essential Keyboard Shortcuts for Logic Pro Beginners
Speed up your workflow and navigate Logic Pro like a pro with these indispensable keyboard shortcuts.
Keyboard Shortcuts · beginner level
Steps
Save Project (Command + S)
Regularly save your project to avoid data loss. This is the most crucial shortcut to remember.
Play/Stop (Spacebar)
Start and stop playback of your project quickly and easily.
Record (R)
Arm a track for recording and then press 'R' to start recording. Press 'R' again or Spacebar to stop.
Undo (Command + Z)
Made a mistake? Undo your last action instantly. This is your best friend!
Redo (Command + Shift + Z)
If you undo too much, use this to bring back undone actions.
Toggle Automation (A)
Show or hide the automation lanes on tracks to view and edit automation parameters like volume, pan, or effects.
Show/Hide Mixer (X)
Quickly access or hide the Mixer window to adjust faders, pan, and effects.
Show/Hide Inspector (I)
Toggle the Inspector panel, which contains channel strip settings, region parameters, and more.
Open Library (Y)
Display or hide the Library, where you can browse and load instrument and effect presets.
Zoom Horizontally (Command + Right/Left Arrow)
Quickly zoom in or out on your timeline to see more detail or an overview of your project.
Zoom Vertically (Command + Up/Down Arrow)
Adjust the track height to get a better view of waveforms or MIDI notes.
Cut (Command + X), Copy (Command + C), Paste (Command + V)
Standard macOS shortcuts for basic editing of regions and events.
Split Regions at Playhead (Command + T)
Divide an audio or MIDI region at the current playhead position.
New Audio Track (Option + Command + A)
Quickly add a new audio track to your project.
New Software Instrument Track (Option + Command + S)
Quickly add a new software instrument track to your project.