Renaming Paths

Path names can be customized in the I/O Setup.

I/O paths can also be renamed directly from the Edit or Mix window by Right-clicking the Input or Output selector and choosing Rename.

To rename a path in the I/O Setup:

1 Double-click the path name.

2 Type a new path name.

3 Click OK to save changes and close the I/O Setup.

 

New mono Input sub-path for Main path A 1-2

Recommended Output Path Naming Schemes

Generally, you will want to use standard naming schemes for output paths in your Pro Tools sessions. This facilitates smoother session exchange between different Pro Tools systems.

Here are some examples of standard industry naming schemes:

Main A, Main B

Studio A, Studio B

Stereo A, Stereo B

Meter

Monitor

Aux A, Aux B

Cue A, Cue B, Cue C, Cue D, Cue E, Cue F, Cue G, Cue H, Cue I, Cue J

Dial Main, Dial A, Dial B, Dial C, Dial B, Dial E

Efx Main, Efx A, Efx B, Efx C, Efx D, Efx E

Music Main, Music A, Music B, Music C, Music D, Music E