Quantizing is a process that lets us align multiple items with the grid efficiently, all at once. To do this, we choose a specific grid resolution from the quantization menu, which is found within the event operations dialog. Here's how to access it:  1. Select a group of notes or clips. 2. Open the quantization menu to confirm and apply the desired changes. 3. You can reach this menu by going to Event > Event Operations > Quantize, or by pressing Option + Keypad Zero.  ## Quantization Menu Take a look at the dialog that appears below. It allows us to pick the grid resolution we want to quantize to.  ## Quantize in One Click After configuring these options, you can quickly quantize to these settings without reopening the menu by simply pressing Option + Command + Keypad Zero. This shortcut streamlines the quantization process for faster results. ## Let Grid Resolution Determine Quantization Grid To expedite quantization, you can allow the Global Grid Resolution to dictate the quantization grid. This method simplifies the quantization process by helping you visually identify when a note lines up with or deviates from the grid. This is particularly valuable if you're not familiar with musical terminology for various quantization grid subdivisions found in the quantization menu. To implement this approach, modify the Quantization Grid setting to "Follow Bars|Beats Grid." This setting will ensure that the quantization grid aligns with the Bars and Beats grid, enhancing your ability to spot note alignments.  The key consideration here is choosing the right grid resolution. If the grid resolution is overly fine, it can lead to unnecessary timing inconsistencies. Conversely, if it's too coarse, notes that were originally at different beats might unintentionally sync up. In the video below, you can observe how I apply this approach. Take note that as the audio example progresses, the grid lines had to be made less dense to make this strategy effective. ![[ProTools - Quantizing Workflow.mp4]]