SAVE TIME: Custom Trim Tool Shortcuts in Pro Tools.

Опубликовано: 06 Июнь 2026
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SAVE TIME: Custom Trim Tool Shortcuts in Pro Tools with Stream Deck & Keyboard Maestro

In this Pro Tools tutorial, you will learn how to create custom keyboard shortcuts to quickly switch between all the trim tools. We'll use a powerful combination of Keyboard Maestro (Mac) and an Elgato Stream Deck to streamline your workflow and save you countless hours.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Explanation
00:52 - Creating Keyboard Shortcuts in Pro Tools
01:35 - Creating the Keyboard Maestro Macro

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🛒 Purchase My Pro Tools Templates & Macros:

Pro Tools Trim Tool Macro ($3): Get the complete Stream Deck profile and Keyboard Maestro macro for quickly switching trim tools. (Note: You must create the shortcuts in Pro Tools for it to work.)

https://www.nico-essig.com/product-pa...

Starter Pro Tools Template ($7): Get my basic Stream Deck page, including a track setup page with routing to different instruments and a color palette.

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Free Macro & Related Videos:

Free Macro for "No input":

https://rkns.link/nabhw

Video on how to Setup Stream Deck with Keyboard Maestro:

   • How to Setup and use a Stream Deck to cont...  

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⚒️ Tools Used in This Video:

Elgato Stream Deck MkII: (Amazon Affiliate Link)

https://amzn.to/3JFv3yP

Keyboard Maestro:

https://www.keyboardmaestro.com

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For Windows Users:

Keyboard Maestro is not available for Windows, but you can achieve similar functionality with alternatives. We recommend AutoHotkey, which is a powerful, free, and open-source option.

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