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ultracello
Description
This feature request proposes several enhancements to the clip waveform detail window in Loopy Pro. The aim is to provide users with more comprehensive information and control during recording and editing processes, thereby improving workflow efficiency and precision.
Problems
  • Insufficient Recording Mode Indicators
    : Currently, the REC button does not clearly indicate the clip's recording mode, making it difficult for users to discern whether they are in initial recording, overdub, or playback mode.
  • Lack of Playback Cycle Visualization
    : Users have no visual representation of how many times a clip has played, which is essential for timing overdubs and edits accurately.
  • Limited Customization in Detail Window
    : The inability to add custom buttons or widgets in the detail window restricts users from tailoring the interface to their specific workflow needs.
  • Inadequate Overdub Layer Management
    : Managing and editing individual overdub layers is cumbersome due to the lack of dedicated controls for isolating and viewing specific layers.
Proposed Solution
  • Enhanced REC Button Display
    : Modify the REC button to display the current recording mode and indicate the active overdub layer (e.g., Layer 1 for initial recording, Layer 2 for the first overdub).
  • Playback Cycle Counter
    : Introduce a visual counter that displays the number of times a clip has played, aiding users in timing their overdubs and edits more precisely.
  • Customizable Detail Window Buttons
    : Allow users to add custom buttons or widgets to the top bar of the detail window, enabling quick access to functions like Undo/Redo for specific parameters such as shifting, transposing, timestretching, or pitch shifting.
  • Automatic Overdub Layer Buttons
    : Implement a feature that automatically generates buttons for each overdub layer or cycle. These buttons would allow users to isolate and edit individual layers, with an additional "Show Full Clip" button to restore the complete waveform view.
Benefits
  • Improved Workflow Efficiency
    : Clear indicators and customizable controls streamline the recording and editing process, reducing the time and effort required for common tasks.
  • Enhanced Precision
    : Visual tools like the playback cycle counter and overdub layer buttons enable users to make more accurate edits and recordings.
  • Personalized User Experience
    : Customizable buttons in the detail window allow users to tailor the interface to their specific needs, improving overall usability.
  • Better Overdub Management
    : Dedicated controls for overdub layers facilitate easier editing and management of complex recordings.
This summary was automatically generated by ChatGPT-4 on 2025-05-08.
Original Post:
I propose that the
REC button
in the clip waveform detail window be expanded to display more information and enhance usability.
✅
Enhanced REC Button Display:
  • The REC button should clearly indicate the current mode of the clip:
Initial recording process
(Layer 1)
Overdub mode
(Layer 2, Layer 3, etc.)
Playback mode
(no active recording)
Additionally, it would be helpful if the REC button displayed the current overdub number, e.g.:
Layer 1 (Initial Recording)
Layer 2 (Overdub 1)
Layer 3 (Overdub 2)
, etc.
✅
Display of Played Clip Cycles:
  • A visual indicator showing how many times the clip has been played would be beneficial, especially when a global clock is active.
  • This allows users to record overdubs at specific play cycles
    (e.g., after 4, 8, or 16 cycles)
    without manually counting them.
✅
Custom Buttons for the Detail Window:
  • A feature allowing the creation of
    custom button widgets
    in the top bar of the detail window would be highly useful.
  • Example: A dedicated
    Undo/Redo button
    that applies only to specific functions, such as:
Shifting, Transpose, Timestretch, Pitchshifting
Plugin parameter changes or other modifications should remain unaffected.
  • A corresponding entry for
    “Custom Undo/Redo Functions”
    has already been added to the roadmap page.
✅
Automatic Creation of Overdub Buttons:
  • An option to automatically generate buttons after each overdub or overdub cycle would be very useful.
  • Possible implementation:
Each overdub or overdub cycle gets its own button
(“1”, “2”, “3”, etc.)
.
Tapping a button displays only that specific layer, allowing for targeted edits.
An additional
“Show Full Clip”
button restores the entire waveform view.
  • This would enable users to edit individual overdub layers (or overdub cycles) independently, providing a powerful workflow enhancement.
These enhancements would make working with clips in Loopy Pro even more flexible and intuitive.