Set the start and end points for a project in Logic Pro for Mac
A project normally starts at position 1 1 1 1 (as shown in the LCD in Bars mode, or in Bars and Time mode). You can move the project start point to an earlier position, allowing upbeats or program change commands to be played before the first downbeat. You can also move the project end point; for example, to remove unused bars at the end of the project.
When Enable Complete Features is selected in Logic Pro > Settings > Advanced, the Project Start marker and Project End marker are available in the ruler.
In Logic Pro, hold the pointer over the Project Start marker in the ruler until the Project Start pointer appears, then drag the Project Start marker to the left or right.
As you move the marker, a text box appears showing the position of the project start and end points.
Note: The Project Start marker can be dragged to the right only when it is located at position 1 1 1 1 or earlier.
In Logic Pro, do one of the following:
Hold the pointer over the Project End marker in the ruler until the Project End pointer appears, then drag the Project End marker to the left or right.
Set the value in the LCD’s numerical Project End display (by dragging in the value field or double-clicking and entering a new value).
Note: If the Project End display doesn’t appear in the LCD, Control-click the LCD and choose Customize Control Bar and Display in the shortcut menu. Select the Key Signature/Project End checkbox in the Customize Control Bar dialog.
During playback, a project stops when it reaches the Project End marker. When recording, the Project End marker moves to accommodate the end of the recording (if recording extends past the current position of the marker).
When Enable Complete Features is selected in Logic Pro > Settings > Advanced, the Project Start marker and Project End marker are available in the ruler.
