Apple Logic Express 8 - Manual (Page 165)

Chapter 8 Basic Operations 165
Important: There is a hierarchy of key command classes, which are not merely
separated into global and local key commands. As an example, there is a key command
class that applies to all windows that display regions. This class has higher priority than
global key commands, but a lower priority than local (Arrange, Score, Piano Roll, and so
on) window key commands.
Choosing Key Command Sets
The Options menu offers commands that allow you to switch between key command
sets, or import and export them. This is particularly useful if you need to work
temporarily on another user’s Logic Express system; allowing use of your personal key
assignments, without altering the settings of the other system.
 Options > Preset menu: Displays all key command sets saved in the ~Library/
Application Support/Logic/Key Commands folder, allowing you to quickly switch
between key command sets.
 Options > Import Key Commands: Opens a file selector box, allowing you to import
key command sets from any folder location. The existing file (on the target system) is
automatically saved as a *.bak file. This file contains the old key commands. You don’t
need to restart Logic Express to begin using the new key command set.
 Options > Export Key Commands: Opens a file selector box, allowing you to save the
current key command assignments to any desired location.
Browsing Key Commands
Key commands are grouped into various categories. You can extend or collapse groups
by clicking the respective disclosure triangle.
The Options > Expand All command displays the contents all key command groups.
Options > Collapse All hides the contents of all key command groups.
When you expand key command groups, your key command selection may no longer
be visible. You can quickly return to the selected key command by choosing Options >
Scroll to Selection. When the list has key focus, you can use a key command (or key
command combination) to select the associated function in the list.