What are the two valid audio types?
- BWF (.WAV)
- AIFF
True or False: A Pro Tools session file contains audio files.
False
Describe the various file types: Session, WaveCache, Audio, Rendered, Session file
- Session File:. This is the primary file that acts as the "brain" of the project.
- WaveCache File:. This file stores the waveform display data for all audio within the session.
- Audio Files:. This refers to the actual raw audio recordings or imported audio clips used within the session.
- Rendered Files:. This category encompasses audio files that have been processed or "rendered" by the DAW.
- Session File Backups:. These are automatically generated backup copies of the main session file.
Describe what the edit window looks like
A timeline in the center for arranging clips, a track list on the left for managing tracks, and a clips list on the right for accessing all session clips.
Describe what the mix window looks like
The window provides a comprehensive interface for controlling volume, panning, inserts, sends, and routing.
Describe what the transport window looks like?
A floating, non-resizable window that provides comprehensive controls for playback, recording, and navigation.
Describe the following menus: file, view, setup, options, window
- File menu: The File menu contains essential commands for managing your Pro Tools sessions.
- View menu: The View menu affects how elements are displayed within Pro Tools windows, including the Edit and Mix windows.
- Setup menu: The Setup menu is used to configure Pro Tools hardware and software settings through various dialog boxes.
- Window menu: The Window menu lets you open, close, and arrange Pro Tools' main and auxiliary windows.