Which of the following statements about the Tempo Editor is true?

• A. Tempo events and Bar|Beat Markers both act to changes tempo in the same way.
• B. Tempo events change tempo at a point; Bar|Beat Markers align tempo with the song.
• C. Tempo Editor allows editing only by drawing new tempo values.
• D. Tempo Editor is hidden by default.

Answer: (B)

The Tempo Editor shapes how fast or slow the project plays by using tempo events that set a specific BPM at a chosen bar/beat position. When you place a tempo event, the tempo changes at that exact point in the timeline, creating a tempo map that evolves as you move through the song. Bar|Beat Markers, on the other hand, are anchors tied to the musical grid. They mark exact bars and beats and help you see and align where tempo changes occur with the song’s measures. So the correct statement captures two ideas: tempo events change tempo at a point, and Bar|Beat Markers align tempo with the song by grounding changes to the bar/beat grid. This reflects how tempo maps are built and navigated in Pro Tools. The Tempo Editor isn’t limited to drawing new tempo values, and it isn’t hidden by default, which is why those alternatives aren’t accurate.