12 Essential FL Studio Tips

[@inthemix]

Time Stamps - 0:30 - MIDI Recording for Organic Playing 2:45 - Channel Volume vs Fader Gain 4:20 - Instant Sample Chopping 6:00 - Copying All Automation Points 7:00 - How to ACTUALLY Delete an Automation Clip 8:05 - Backups and Project Folders - Seriously Underrated 9:50 - Making Unique Patterns, Clips and Audio 11:00 - Searching For Samples Faster 12:20 - How To Keep Plugins On Top 13:20 - Cut Itself Feature 14:25 - Detached Hint Bar 15:20 - Fast Mixer EQ

[@editexel]

Just wanted to add, for 7:00 you can set "Don't initalize controls automatically" in General Settings > Advanced, so you can avoid that issue altogether.

[@jiku4041]

7:00 to 8:05 in the latest FL versions you can just right click on the fader and uncheck "Init song with this position" I think that is a bit easier

[@inthemix]

@@editexel you are a Lifesaver! I'll include that in the future!

[@powathonyusou1827]

Next video pliz show us how to remove vocal from mp3 pliz pliz pliz

[@jiku4041]

​@@inthemix the thing I said though is a little bit different if you still want the parameters to initialize when playing the song, which I personally prefer, you can just uncheck "Init song with this position" in the settings of the fader or whatever you have automated after deleting the automation clip I'm sorry if that information was unnecessary

[@OlbaidMusic]

A couple more tips: -Press F12 to close all windows. This is useful for cluttered projects. - Hold shift and click on anything on the playlist and drag it to create an instant copy -When using the slice tool use right click instead of left, that will delete the new slice I didn't know the hint bar tip, Thanks Michael!

[@Abhiplish]

WHAT??? F12 will save me 1 year of closing all the windows 😂 Thanks olbaid

[@MrDeanDog91]

@@Abhiplish wow the last one is gold

[@kiratarora1627]

@@Abhiplish click f5 and it'll put all the things in the background and bring up the playlist

[@derekpalm9919]

thank god iv been haven't been able to figure out copying sections without having to manually do exactly the same thing again and again

[@khersy]

With videos like these who’s ever gonna need official training?

[@charlienguyen2456]

So true!! Michael is the best teacher you could ask for!

[@nenissaK]

No-one. That's a legit answer. The majority of learning comes from actually "doing" stuff, and videos like these are what enables trying in the first place.

[@KippLongbipp]

@@nenissaK Agreed. Just do it!. stay hungry boys

[@hufzte885]

@@nenissaK bullensperm. On a profesh level its a whole nother story

[@jasonsweetman4613]

I've been alternating between Michael and ChukiBeats. 2 great teachers with totally different production perspectives

[@teunsegersofficial]

"Don't spend hours and hours, but just ages." Haha. Great video! First tip is mindblowing.

[@CyberEditing]

This was SUPERB ! .....& I've been producing with FL since 2012.

[@XeLYoutube]

2009 , best program i ever bought

[@ashujam]

Being a beginner is so tough and overwhelming! I literally hear the entire song in my head but somehow cant get the instruments to come together and achieve that.

[@xxxrobloxpro123ltuxxxpromi8]

I have great ideas but when I try to recreate them they sound like shit :D

[@soumilibera8282]

This is exactly what's happening to me. ugghhhh...

[@nightbeats5023]

Everyone even people who aren’t beginners have ideas in their heads and then they turn completely different when they try to put them into the daw. I’d guess that it’s pretty rare anyone gets their idea into the daw perfectly. They probably end up with some semblance of the idea and it turns into something else completely as you use the idea in your head to spark a new idea.

[@nightbeats5023]

I wouldn’t expect to completely overcome this. Rather just use it to your advantage to generate new ideas.

[@prizam_music5253]

Yess, i face the same problem too

[@Dipsxi]

You're one of the most underrated music production or KZbin channels in general. Your videos are very formatted, educational, and well produced. I really appreciate what you do, and I wish you the best.

[@inthemix]

Thank you so much for your kind words, that really lifted my spirits today :)

[@MortMort]

As beginner you explained this in a way I could actually understand and follow along, one of the best teachers I've seen on KZbin so far, nothing flies over my head

[@MrNinjah75]

Best FL studio Teacher on the net...he speaks clear and slow step by step...love this guy👍🏽

[@prowalagamer]

Dude...... you just solved some of my problems :D Thank You man :)

[@abdulsalaam218]

Thanks for helping me and others understanding things really good in FL studio...🔥💯♥️

[@BladeWhiteTerror]

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[@meyo1482]

Thank you, you’re one of the main reasons why I started releasing original songs😁❤️

[@Ranakade]

THAT FIRST TIP IS WHAT IVE BEEN NEEDING TO KNOW THIS WHILE TIME! You have no idea how many ideas I loved but forgot right after playing it. Thanks a million for this video!

[@inthemix]

Me too, lost too many pretty melodies without this one!!

[@ashwin_kr]

I'm amazed at how all of your videos seem so relevant to me. It's a great channel you have, 100/100 will recommend to anyone into music production.

[@noble2311]

Michael you were the person I watched to learn how to use FL Studio, you made it SO SIMPLE. And you do all this for free!! It’s amazing! You deserve views in the millions

[@thewest6128]

Make unique (even faster method) ctrl+shift+c

[@inthemix]

My mind is now blown. Thank you so much!

[@thewest6128]

@@inthemix I´m glad it was useful )

[@minhuang8848]

Oh damn, finally some quicker solution. I had no idea

[@castianramirez9361]

no funtion..;(

[@sammyaxel]

I always used the clone function to do that. Thanks mate for the info

[@bigfloppywithasideoffries6547]

bro you're literally the best teacher on youtube. you're so chill and i never get lost or confused. please keep doing what you're doing

[@tockloasermop9882]

Thank you for this fantastic video! I'm a complete beginner to FL Studio, and your videos are de-mystifying it so well! I have been tearing my hair out about the 'detach all plugins' option for months! I cannot thank you enough for that! Keep up the brilliant work!

[@eco5100]

This definately has to be the most useful and relevant channel that exists on KZbin. Every time I click a video I learn something new. Keep up the good work Mike👏👏👏

[@jayviperdj]

This video has single handedly answered a handful of issues I was having. As a beginner I cant thank you enough for taking the time and effort to create these video. I have recommended you to a couple of my friends. You are the closest thing to an actual wizard. Thanks again.

[@Gwyn94]

I've been using FL for about a decade, and had no idea about the always on background MIDI recording. This channel is one of the few where when I see "# essential tips for ______" there's a good chance I'm gonna find something actually unique and useful that I didn't already know. Thanks a lot for this.

[@BellToBell]

"How to keep plugins on top"... won't lie I've been searching for that since ages now! Glad this vid popped in the rec and even more glad i watched it throughout!!

[@williammatthews8684]

You share so much knowledge with the world, just wanted to let you know how much i appreciate your videos. Thank you!

[@JubileeGiggles]

Dude. This stuff is blowing my mind. You are addressing some very frustrating and common problems

[@dhavalvankar9683]

This guy is very clear spoken and has great knowledge..thanks for sharing it man..

[@TheFlameGarden]

the mixer distortion demonstration was actually something i wasnt aware of. definitely will benefit me in the long run.

[@Elisione]

been using fl for around 2 years now and I learned a lot from this video. thank you so much for this!

[@enthertondj]

When you said how to delete a automation forever, I almost start crying and clapping. Thank you a lot.

[@interestedinstuff]

As a beginner, your videos are the best. I teach Adobe Photoshop, and like FL, there are lots and lots of little spots where menus hide and functions aren't intuitive. Often it is just experience that teaches us where these are. This sort of video really helps not go through the frustration since you've already been there and found the solution. Awesome.

[@inthemix]

Thank you so much, it's great that you are teaching too!

[@erdemguclukara9603]

Quality of this channel is amazing. Good job Michael, you are a great teacher! Finding this channel is like finding a gold coin in a container full of garbage.

[@g4p5l6]

The plugins disappearing was frustrating. Still learning and these videos are saving me a lot of time. Thanks for posting.

[@heavydiggari]

I like that this guy doesn't go through everything too fast, even a beginner like myself is able to follow his tips

[@ralphmarbler27]

I swear In The Mix is just the perfect channel to learn and get familiarized with FL Studio. I cannot thank you enough for all your help.

[@ongyuxuan6989]

Thank you so much!!!! So much of these tips really helped me with all the problems I'm having every single time!!! Best teacher ever!!!

[@Fnelrbnef]

You're incredibly likable and I love your tutorials. Subscribed at once!

[@newdepths1592]

Ive been using FL Studio since 2004 and this is some of the best information I've ever gotten on the software. Thank you!

[@msquaredmusic2820]

Don’t sleep in these tips!! This is real solid fl studio information 💯 thank you

[@alchemistrpm82]

Another brilliant tip video from In The Mix. Saved to favorites.

[@jankin880]

Man man man you are such a pro in doing these tutorials....CONCISE! .....It took me 3 years to learn Ableton,because it was not easy to find step up straight forward to the point instructions....with a little bit of dedication on my side ,I will learn FL studio in 3 weeks scrolling through your videos.

[@cameronheyward2362]

You’ve got the best FL Studio tutorials on KZbin! Would love a tutorial on how to install plugins. Would be great to know how you organize everything.

[@inthemix]

This is probably long overdue. I'll get right on it!

[@treehann]

Copying all automation points is CRAZY helpful! Thank you so much for this great video.

[@SchmackTheScythe913]

You are one of the most helpful KZbin channels here. Thank you so much

[@rambosweat]

loved the clear and concise breakdown between the channel volume vs. fader gain! great example using the distortion fx.

[@arn3107]

the automation clip part is like being haunted by a ghost that you thought you finally got rid of

[@TonyNguyen-ej4vf]

Thank you for absolutely perfect tips .You are the best teacher I ever watched

[@kiaorionmusic2520]

dude these tutorials are net level. really appreciate you taking the time to do such thoughtful tutorials homie

[@victor260698]

you don’t realise how much i needed this!!! thank you so much matey🙏🏻

[@sravansathian2052]

Thank you brother... your videos are outstandingly helpful for amateur as well as middle guys working on FL. I always had that surface level knowledge in music production and i didn't really try to understand what's deep in it and how to make some best quality music... But when i saw your video, it makes me very passionate about music production... all the best....😄💘

[@MDRAKO]

Michael, thank you so much!! You have no idea how helpful this was! I always encounter obscure issues that I know should have a fix but they are hard to google and it’s just frustrating but you know exactly what we want to know! This was a mindblowing vídeo

[@Zane-ic4do]

I've downloaded FL studio few days back bcuz I've always wanted to produce music.. I'm 17 and have been learning guitar since i was 6yrs old. And your videos help me like crazy.. but most of the times i dp really get frustrated 😂 but you're a GOD to me!!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Aleks.n]

I already knew this tips, but one thing I found new and interesting- hint bar, in fact, it’s better to see all the parameters in the right place and on the big screen. Thank you)

[@KZU_dj]

Man I think this is the most usefull video I've ever watched! I mean, all the tips are incredibly usefull and I almost didn't know any of them, but for god's sake, that deleting automation forever thing... Damn, it had been driving me crazy since I started producing 2 and a half years ago! Thank you so much!

[@jitulborah_10]

Your one video explains what other KZbin producers can't explain . Love your way of teaching ❤️

[@CR3CS]

Never been here so early! You are always coming up with some new tips, helping a lot!! Thank you so much!

[@Dub.45]

Oh my freakin god. Thank you for the " Actually delete automation clip's. "

[@DotComDrones1]

Great video especially the "Search For Samples" tip that will really save me some time.

[@birdyhead6660]

That first tip was AMAZING! Thank you so much. I have been using FL for over 15 years and never knew that!

[@buzzardmusic5606]

BirdyHead Hahahaha how?

[@birdyhead6660]

Deadline Haha, I don't even know. I'm not so slow learner usually 😎

[@simoncrosby-arreaza2998]

Is there any way to donate or support you? The quality and value you put into these videos is incredible.

[@Nexasonic]

Thank you so much , the "making unique" tip is priceless. I got crazy to sort it out on my own and didn't manage it.

[@MannyWalks]

Tip #2 a mistake that tons of people make!!! the volume in the channel should be at the same level that FL studio gives u when you load you Serum for example (usually 80%, - 5db) , and then if you want to lower the volume, you can use the fader in the mixer ! super amazing tips!! pls do more of these :)

[@a.t.onthebeat2016]

Bro! I've been trying to figure out the "Initialized Control" setting since I started making beats this past March. CLUTCH!

[@rolfvansoelen8916]

As a starter with FL Studio, these tips were very helpful to me. Thanx alot !

[@iluvgaming2]

Almost everything i just got frustrated with solved in a few hours. 😆 ty!!👏👏👏

[@chike1866]

Thanks for answering the question on deletion of volume automation.

[@shambi25]

Thank You very much for this video. I've learn a lot and I've been using FL Studio for years. My workflow has been upgraded!

[@chadjeffery2672]

This is such a basic question, but I'd really like it one of your videos described the differences between: 1. Channel 2. Midi Channel 3. Mixer Track Thank you for your channel, it's the best.

[@mrsicness1]

i really appreciate your videos. youre super talented, and your production (both video and audio) are top notch. i knew some of the things in this vid, but most i did not (detached hint bar?!). again, thank you. the only request i can really have is a rundown of your most used keyboard shortcuts. again, i know a lot, and some of what i know, i just dont know the context for them or how exactly they would be used. i think that sort of video would help others as well.

[@plutooliver686]

You deserve a hug and a high five for all the awesome information you provide✋️✋️🤗 I've been a very contented lady since i started my journey learning how to produce music. Thank you sincerely for helping so many of us learn so we can create and express 💚 much love brother!

[@noahpence]

Dude that first tip is literally going to change my life. You are awesome! thank you for what you do

[@inthemix]

It's amazing isn't it!

[@noahpence]

@@inthemix dude now I'm like 6 mins into the video and my life continues to be made better.... I just.. how did I not know this stuff before?! lol

[@druggiebeats162]

This video is everything a beginner producer wants !!!

[@berrie-music]

Amazing tips!! Especially the ones about saving and backing-up your project will save many lives

[@soranonsese6273]

idk how but EVERY lesson you makeare the most informative ones

[@MR-fx5td]

You are a great teacher. Thank you. I look forward for all your videos.

[@emgiemoe2355]

i love your videos man... Im a young upcoming 17 year old producer from Botswana and im really learning a lot from your videos... keep em coming big man

[@demon3476]

As always, thank you for these videos. I am completely overwhelmed by how much is packed into this amazing FL Studio program, even if it is a trial version, so you are helping me familiarize myself in a way that isn't overwhelming.

[@redbirdsaraceno]

I particularly like those dump score log and detach all plugins tips even though they're great tips. As a beginner those plugins disappearing in weird places gets confusing and annoying . Thank you !

[@bhagatriks]

incredible tutorial. great for beginners and intermediate users... been using FL for countless years and learned a few things. keep it up! thanks 🙏🏽

[@wazya5270]

Best fl tutorials on KZbin, thank you very much ❤️

[@Diamond-Des]

Thx for all Tutorials 👍👍👍👍👍 I also ordered Fl studio producer and I got my first song .. I have always watched your videos and man can learn a lot.

[@irregardlessisntawor]

Incredibly helpful tips - a ton to learn as a beginner, but your precision instruction and ability to think like a beginner are terrific! 👋👋

[@ironsfamily6]

#1 already blew my mind. I can't tell you how many times that exact situation has happened to me. Thanks!

[@ThomGustavsson-ir3lt]

Wow... automation copying is really a time-saver. Thanks

[@trv503]

The tip about the fader automation will save me from screaming. My issue is that the "Init Fader at this position" seems to rear its head on one fader or another. Maybe I touch it by accident, but now I know where to look to get rid of it. Again, you are making me love FL Studio again Mike. Keep it up Bro!!

[@nikhilchugh672]

This is absolutely fantastic!! Thank you for all the effort! I have been using FL Studio for over 5 years now and thought I knew pretty much everything around it. Apparently I did not explore the FL Studio 20 enough to know about the fantastic shortcuts and function it offers! Thank you, thank you!!!!

[@clintonglasener9866]

Thank you for alllll of your helpful tutorials and information! You rock! Starting as a beginner (regarding FL Studio and midi connection(s)/input/stream) was a HUGE challenge for even ME, a pretty intermed piano/keyboard player. So your videos like these are a HUGE help! And...you're also very handsome...that's what they call the double threat, right? Looks and talent? haha

[@tryggenigma6081]

Has to be the Best Fl studio Video ive seen!! Going to help alot!!! Thanks mix man

[@tomismerc6580]

I wish I discovered this channel earlier, very useful, much thanks :)

[@HexogonMusic]

Wow, I'm using FL Studio since 5 years and you are still impressing me with features I've never heard of before. Thank you Michael. PS. Because of your video I bought the Adam Audio A7X. That was the best decision I've ever made! Please continue making videos forever, you're really motivating me! 😀✌🏼

[@Silentnarcotic]

You sir are awesome and super helpful every time I watch one of your vids. Thanks a million.

[@Official_RIDM]

7:00 made me do a enthousiastic yell/cheer out of joy like YESSS YESSSS THISSSSSS! Thank you somuch for this...

[@michelmauricefortin6554]

Désolé pour la langue utilisée mais... si j'avais eu pareils vidéos sous la main quand j'ai commencé à utiliser Fl Studio, il y a de nombreuses années, j'aurais beaucoup moins galéré. Merci à ce jeune homme très compétent de mettre son savoir faire à la disposition de tous. Cela est très généreux de sa part. Immense merci !

[@HazzCraft]

Some more tips - When slicing hold shift to make slicing heaps easier - when using select tool hold shift to select multiple sperate samples and clips throughout the project or melody - *knobs from third party plugins that dont have a right click automation option* ; fiddle with the knob for a moment then at the top of the screen middle of the taskbar theres a knob symbol click that and create automation. You can now automate that third party knob.

[@inthemix]

Thanks for sharing!

[@PACKTdotSPACE]

Whoa that last tip is fucking useful

[@javsjamz700]

Ohh man thank you so much !!! That volume automation clip was annoying me so much.. thank you so much man I can stress enough how awesome it is that your getting into these tutorials. What a headache I don't need to experience any more thank you thank you thank you !!!!

[@EminentMusicgh]

I watch your videos a lot... They're always very helpful... Thank you

[@zozialstudio833]

this channel is my main class, i never missed any episode, if this was not there i would be nothing, but still cant afford monitors or headphone

[@JSPahadi]

Love your tutorial thank u so much 💞

[@iamdisgusted]

Hey Michael, I really appreciate what you do. I even went as far to make documents of tips, trick, definition and advice you have given this far. This channel has signal handedly made me a better producer and engineer. I just wanted to say thank you.

[@MrMallum]

As someone who is an advanced Ableton user and relies heavily on the session view (clip launching etc), a lot of the quirks in FL studio seem to me like they are avoidable and counter intuitive. My question is: what are the creative plus points to FL Studio? Is the a clip launch style approach to it or is it a strictly linear SPL style approach ? Great vids btw! Keep it up

[@paulminter3511]

A tip with an automation was awesome, it definetely saved me bunch of time i was wasting on copying values of each point, thank you

[@css172]

I always learn something new with your videos you're a great teacher, thank you!