Well, it allows you to add dynamic changes to things like volume, panning and even plug-in effect parameters. These will automatically ‘trigger’ where you decide.

Getting to grips with Automation can seem a little complicated at first. Once you ‘get it’ you’ll be able to take even more control of your GarageBand projects.

In this video I share three tips that will help you get the most out of Automation in GarageBand for Mac.

In the video above i share my Top 3 GarageBand Automation Tips for Beginners.

Including: Learn how to create an automated fade out, automated fade in and work with individual track volume automation.

I also demonstrate how to automate panning in your GarageBand project. I show how you can use GarageBand’s automation to affect specific plugin parameters.