Editing in the Properties Table

The Properties Table shows the properties of highlighted objects. This is a useful features as the values in the table are continuously updated when an object, a node or a keyframe is shifted in the timeline.

Most parameters can also be edited directly. Unfortunately, the properties referring to the object itself, i.e. start time, duration, display time as well as fade in and out times, presently cannot be directly edited in the Table.

For most objects you have the choice whether you want to edit in the Table or rather in the familiar dialog box. Rarely used parameters are sometimes only available in the Properties dialog. But there are also some functions, such as realtime effects or the VST PlugIns that can only be configured in the table.

Selecting and editing in the Properties Table

For easy and fast editing in the Properties Table note the following:

First highlight the object for the parameters to become visible in the Properties Table. If the parameters fail to be displayed highlight some other object followed by highlighting the desired object.
If you want to enter a value in a field, click this field directly and enter the corresponding value. The entry becomes effective after pressing the Enter key.
Time values can also be added or subtracted. This facilitates entries as you do not need to calculate the new value. Example: If an object is to be extended by exactly two and a half seconds it will do to enter +2.5 next to the existing duration.
Quite often some other controls appear after clicking the field or the parameter name:

Buttons for certain tasks, such as selecting and removing files or for opening settings dialogs.

Button for opening selection menus.

Slider controls for adjusting values. These sliders can dragged with the mouse and be moved with the mouse wheel. Of course, values can also be entered directly.

Tip: You can save one click by clicking the area where you think the control element could be. For some functions, such as removing or copying you should be cautious and start by clicking on the parameter name for the buttons to be displayed.