🚀 1-Button Tracks in Pro Tools: Stream Deck + KM New Track Macro (Mono/Stereo/Aux)
*In One Press: Create New Tracks Macro in Pro Tools! 🚀*
🚀 1-Button Tracks in Pro Tools: Stream Deck + KM New Track Macro (Mono/Stereo/Aux)
Stop hitting Shift+Command+N repeatedly! This tutorial shows you how to program a powerful macro using Keyboard Maestro and your Elgato Stream Deck to create any type of track in Pro Tools—Mono, Stereo, Aux, or Instrument—with just a single button press.
This is the ultimate efficiency hack for Pro Tools users who want to speed up session setup and track creation. Learn how to combine keyboard shortcuts with the Stream Deck's quick access for a seamless workflow.
🔑 Setup Steps & Timestamps:
[00:05] Macro Goal: Creating a new Mono Audio Track with one click
[00:18] Step 1: Programming the Keyboard Maestro Keystrokes (Shift+Command+N & Return)
[00:30] Step 2: Linking the macro to your Stream Deck KM Link button
[01:00] Creating the Stereo Track Macro: Adding Control+Command+Right Arrow
[02:11] The Trick for other tracks: Using Control+Command+Down Arrow for Aux/Instrument Tracks
[02:29] Final Setup: Quickly creating Instrument, VCA, and Master Fader tracks
Save time and streamline your workflow in Pro Tools by creating new tracks with a single button press! In this tutorial, we'll show you how to set up a powerful macro using Keyboard Maestro and your Elgato Stream Deck.
We'll cover how to create any track type you need, including Mono and Stereo Audio tracks, instantly!
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*Timeline 🎬:*
00:00 - Intro
00:28 - Create New Mono Audio Track macro
01:35 - Create New Stereo Audio Track macro
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*Free Macro & Related Videos:*
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*Video on how to Setup Stream Deck with Keyboard Maestro:*
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*Keyboard Maestro:*
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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. You don't need expensive software like Soundflow to create your own shortcuts—it's easier and cheaper than you think! 💰
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