Apple Logic Pro 9 - Manual (Page 471)

MIDI Step Input Recording
The Step Input features allow you to insert MIDI notes when Logic Pro is not in a real-time
recording mode.
You can use Step Input to create note runs that may be too fast for you to play, or to
replicate sheet music that’s too difficult for you to play. You can use one or more of the
following for step entry:
• The Step Input Keyboard
• Step Input Keyboard key commands
• A MIDI keyboard
• The computer keyboard (Caps Lock Keyboard)
Notes are inserted at the current playhead position when using all non-real-time input
modes. You can and should combine methods to make full use of the features that each
option offers. For example, you can set the note length in the Step Input Keyboard window,
insert notes via a MIDI keyboard, and position the playhead with key commands.
Use the mouse while familiarizing yourself with the Step Input Keyboard. It is best to also
learn the Step Input key commands, which provide a number of navigation and note
entry options—such as “Step forward,” “Step backward,” and “Rest” insertion—that are
not available to the Step Input Keyboard. See
Using Step Input Keyboard Key Commands .
Activating MIDI Step Input Mode
MIDI Step Input mode is available in the Event List, Piano Roll, and Score Editors.
To activate Step Input mode
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Click the MIDI In button next to the local menu bar of the Event List, the Piano Roll Editor,
or the Score Editor.
Click the button again to exit Step Input mode.
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