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To add a new plugin to FL Studio, download and install the plugin as per the instructions provided by the plugin's manufacturer, then open FL Studio, go to Options > Manage Plugins, click the 'Start scan' button to scan for the new plugin, and ensure it appears in the plugin list. If necessary, check the box next to the plugin to enable it.

To fix latency issues in FL Studio, go to Options > Audio Settings and adjust the ASIO driver settings, lower the buffer size, and ensure your audio interface drivers are up-to-date. Disable any unnecessary plugins and reduce the CPU load by freezing tracks or using fewer effects.

To use the piano roll effectively in FL Studio, start by familiarizing yourself with its interface and basic controls. Use the draw tool (pencil icon) to input notes, the paint tool (brush icon) to quickly create repeated patterns, and the slice tool (knife icon) to split notes. Adjust note length and position by clicking and dragging, and use the zoom tool to get a better view of your arrangement. Utilize the quantize function to align notes to the grid for tighter timing, and

To automate parameters in FL Studio, right-click the parameter you want to automate, select "Create automation clip," and an automation clip will appear in the Playlist. You can then edit the clip to control how the parameter changes over time.

To export your project as an audio file in FL Studio, go to "File" > "Export" and select the desired format (e.g., WAV, MP3, OGG). Choose your export settings in the dialog box that appears, then click "Start" to render and save your audio file.

To record audio in FL Studio, first connect and set up your audio interface. Then, select an empty Mixer track, click the input source in the Mixer, choose your input device, and arm the track for recording by clicking the disk icon. Finally, press the record button in the transport panel and choose "Audio, into the Playlist as an audio clip" to start recording.

To improve your workflow in FL Studio, organize your projects by color-coding tracks, use templates to avoid repetitive tasks, take advantage of keyboard shortcuts, customize the toolbar, automate routine processes with macros, utilize the Playlist and Mixer efficiently, and familiarize yourself with essential plugins and features.

To set up MIDI devices in FL Studio, connect your MIDI device to your computer, open FL Studio, go to Options > MIDI Settings, and under the Input section, find your device and ensure its status is set to “Enabled.” Additionally, set the controller type for features like transport controls if needed.

To use samples in FL Studio, you can drag and drop them directly from the Browser into the Playlist, Channel Rack, or Sampler. Alternatively, use the "Add" menu to import samples, then sequence or trigger them using Piano Roll, Step Sequencer, or Playlist arrangements.

To change the tempo of your project in FL Studio, locate the tempo display in the top toolbar, click and hold the tempo value, then drag up or down to increase or decrease the tempo, or right-click to type in a specific BPM value.