Ableton/Live/UG/26 Automation/06 Creating Automation Envelopes/02 Drawing Automation Envelopes with Draw Mode

• 26.6.2 Drawing Automation Envelopes with Draw Mode

  • In Draw Mode, drag to draw the whole envelope freehand. Toggle it from the Options menu, the Control Bar, or B; hold B to use it temporarily.
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  • Drawing makes steps as wide as the visible grid. Change the grid with shortcuts or the Options or context menu.
  • For smooth lines, turn off Snap to Grid (Cmd+4 / Ctrl+4), or hold Cmd (Mac) / Alt (Windows) while drawing.