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Description
This feature request proposes enhancing the MIDI routing interface in Loopy Pro by displaying the track name and icon within the MIDI destinations boxes. The goal is to improve clarity and usability when assigning MIDI outputs, especially in complex projects with multiple tracks and destinations.
Problems
  • Lack of Visual Identification
    : Currently, MIDI destinations are listed without accompanying track names or icons, making it difficult to quickly identify the target track, especially when multiple tracks are involved.
  • Workflow Inefficiency
    : Users must rely on memory or trial-and-error to determine the correct MIDI destination, which can slow down the setup process and increase the likelihood of routing errors.
  • Limited Scalability
    : As projects grow in complexity, the absence of clear identifiers in MIDI destinations hampers efficient management and scalability.
Proposed Solution
  • Display Track Names
    : Modify the MIDI destinations interface to include the name of each track, providing immediate textual identification.
  • Include Track Icons
    : Alongside track names, display the associated track icon or color, offering a visual cue to further aid in quick identification.
  • Consistent UI Integration
    : Ensure that these enhancements are consistently applied across all areas where MIDI destinations are selected or displayed, maintaining a uniform user experience.
Examples
  1. Live Performance Setup
    : A performer sets up multiple MIDI tracks to control different instruments. With track names and icons visible in the MIDI destinations, they can quickly assign outputs without confusion, ensuring a smooth performance.
  2. Complex Project Management
    : In a project with numerous tracks, a producer can efficiently route MIDI signals by visually identifying tracks through their names and icons, streamlining the workflow.
  3. Educational Use
    : In a teaching environment, instructors can demonstrate MIDI routing more effectively, as students can easily follow along by recognizing track identifiers in the interface.
Benefits
  • Enhanced Usability
    : Provides clear visual and textual cues, making MIDI routing more intuitive and reducing the learning curve for new users.
  • Improved Efficiency
    : Speeds up the process of assigning and managing MIDI destinations, particularly in large or complex projects.
  • Reduced Errors
    : Minimizes the risk of routing mistakes by allowing users to easily confirm the correct destination through recognizable identifiers.
This summary was automatically generated by ChatGPT-4 on 2025-05-08.