How do I change the MIDI grid in Ableton?

To change the MIDI grid in Ableton Live, adjust the grid settings found within the Clip Content Editor.

Here's how to do it:

1. Open the Clip View: Double-click a MIDI clip in the Arrangement View or Session View to open it in the Clip View at the bottom of the screen.

2. Locate the Grid Settings: In the Clip View, specifically within the Notes area (Clip Content Editor), look to the right side.

3. Access the Grid Menu: You'll see a button that displays the current grid setting (e.g., 1/16, 1/8T, Adaptive Grid). Click this button.

4. Choose a New Grid Size: A menu will appear with various grid options. Select the grid size that best suits your needs. Options typically include:

   • Standard Rhythmic Divisions: (e.g., 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32 notes) These create evenly spaced gridlines.
   • Triplets: (indicated by a "T" after the division, e.g., 1/8T) These divide the beat into three equal parts.
   • Adaptive Grid: This automatically adjusts the grid size based on the density of notes in your MIDI clip. This is a good option for quickly cleaning up timing imperfections.
   • Fixed Grid: Disables the adaptive grid behavior.

5. Adjust Grid Options Further: Sometimes, after selecting a grid size, you'll notice variations that let you specify fixed or relative grid lines to define your grid lines within the clip.

By adjusting the grid settings, you can precisely control the quantization and editing of your MIDI notes within Ableton Live.