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Mac edition · 44 shortcuts
Pro Tools Keyboard Shortcuts Poster
A printable, framed-quality poster of the essential Pro Tools shortcuts for Mac — the keys worth keeping in view, designed to stay readable on a wall.
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A printable Pro Tools shortcuts poster isn't published yet — the full shortcut list below is free to use in the meantime. You can also request a digital edition — a high-resolution, print-ready PDF — at any time.
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All Pro Tools keyboard shortcuts (Mac)
The complete list of 44 Pro Tools keyboard shortcuts for Mac, grouped by category. The poster itself features the most essential of these — the keys worth keeping in view, sized to stay readable on a wall.
Editing 11
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Undo | ⌘Z |
| Cut | ⌘X |
| Copy | ⌘C |
| Paste | ⌘V |
| Redo | ⌘⇧Z |
| Separate Clip at Selection | ⌘E |
| Heal Separation | ⌘H |
| Trim Clip to Selection | ⌘T |
| Duplicate | ⌘D |
| Create Fades | ⌘F |
| Consolidate Clip | ⌥⇧3 |
Transport 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Play / Stop | ␣ |
| Record (Start) | ⌘␣ |
| Return to Start | ↵ |
| Go to End | ⌘↵ |
| Toggle Loop Playback Mode (Numeric Keypad) | 4 |
| Half-Speed Playback | ⇧␣ |
| Rewind (Numeric Keypad) | 1 |
| Fast Forward (Numeric Keypad) | 2 |
File 6
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Save | ⌘S |
| New Session | ⌘N |
| Open Session | ⌘O |
| Import Audio | ⌘⇧I |
| Bounce to Disk | ⌘⌥B |
| Save As | ⌘⇧S |
Selection 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Select All | ⌘A |
| Tab to Transient (next) | ⇥ |
| Tab to Previous Transient / Boundary | ⌥⇥ |
| Enable / Disable Tab to Transients | ⌘⌥⇥ |
Navigation 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Zoom In (Horizontal) | ⌘] |
| Zoom Out (Horizontal) | ⌘[ |
| Zoom to Fit Selection | ⌥F |
| Zoom Toggle (Keyboard Focus) | E |
Edit Modes 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Shuffle Mode | F1 |
| Slip Mode | F2 |
| Spot Mode | F3 |
| Grid Mode | F4 |
Tools 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Trimmer Tool | ⌘2 |
| Selector Tool | ⌘3 |
| Grabber Tool | ⌘4 |
| Smart Tool | ⌘7 |
Mixing 2
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Mute / Unmute Clips | ⌘M |
| Toggle Edit / Mix Window | ⌘= |
Recording 1
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Toggle Loop Record Mode (Numeric Keypad) | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Does the poster include every Pro Tools shortcut?
- Pro Tools has 44 keyboard shortcuts in total — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
- Can I print it at home?
- Yes. The digital download is a high-resolution 300 DPI file you can print at home or at any print shop, in standard frame sizes.
- Does it cover both Mac and Windows?
- We sell separate Mac and Windows editions so every key matches your keyboard exactly. This page is the macOS edition.
- Is this an official Pro Tools product?
- No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pro Tools. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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