Using the Time Compression/Expansion Trim Tool in Grid Mode

The Time Compression/Expansion Trim tool (TCE Trim tool) can be used in Grid mode to match a clip to the tempo of a session or a section of a session, or to create “double time” or “half time” performances.

To compress or expand MIDI clips in Grid mode:

1 Set the Edit mode to Grid.

2 If necessary, set the MIDI or Instrument track to Clips view.

3 Select the TCE Trim tool.

4 With the TCE Trim tool, drag the MIDI clip’s start or end point to compress or expand the clip to the Grid (for example, by quarter notes). A new MIDI clip is automatically created, and appears both in the playlist and in the Clip List.