How to use flex time in Logic Pro

Master Flex Time in Logic Pro to adjust the timing of audio recordings without slicing.

Editing · beginner level

Steps

  1. Enable Flex Time

    Select the audio track. Click the Flex icon on the track header to enable Flex Time detection.

  2. Choose a Flex Mode

    Click the Flex icon again and select a mode: Rhythmic for drums, Monophonic for vocals, Polyphonic for complex instruments.

  3. Edit with Flex Markers

    Flex Markers appear at transient points. Drag them horizontally to stretch or compress audio.

  4. Create New Flex Markers

    Click anywhere on the waveform to add new markers. Double-click to delete.

  5. Quantize Audio

    With Flex Time enabled, use the Quantize parameter in the Region Inspector to snap transients to the grid.

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