MODIFIER & GESTURE REFERENCE

Quick Gesture Reference

Target	Direct Gesture	With Modifier
Step Cell	Tap or drag vertically to set velocity; swipe horizontally across cells to paint	`SHIFT` + drag: Micro-swing delay `ALT` + tap: Split ratchets (2, 3, 4) `CTRL` + drag: Paint flat velocity / erase
Lane Name / Sigla	Tap to audition drum sound	`SHIFT` + vertical drag: Roll MIDI note (with Live pad names) `SHIFT` + double-tap: Open custom name & note editor
Grid 1 / 2 Buttons	Tap to switch view; hold to route commands to that deck momentarily (hold 1+2 for both)	`SHIFT` + tap: Open Rig / Computer selector
Pages A B C D	Tap to select page for editing; double-tap to cue page at next bar	`CTRL` + tap: Launch page on next bar `SHIFT` + tap: Copy from that page into current
UNDO / REDO	Step backward / forward in edit history	`ALT` turns UNDO/REDO into SAVE and RECALL archive panels

TROUBLESHOOTING

Ableton Bridge & Hardware MIDI FAQ

The Bridge device in Ableton says "LISTENING…" and does not turn green

Verify that your Mac and iPad are on the same local Wi-Fi network. On your iPad, open Settings → PolyDrum and ensure Local Network access is enabled.

How do I switch between Ableton Bridge mode and USB Hardware MIDI mode?

Long-press the PolyDrum app icon on your iPad Home Screen or open iPad Settings → PolyDrum → Output to switch between Ableton Bridge and MIDI. When in MIDI mode, the top bar displays MIDI · CABLE · BRIDGE OFF and sends notes strictly over CoreMIDI / USB-C.

How do I update the Ableton Bridge device?

Download the latest Ableton Live Pack (.alp) and double-click it: Live installs the update under Packs › PolyDrum Bridge in its browser. Or click the version number (v13) in the top-right corner of the bridge faceplate inside Ableton Live.

Direct Support

For bug reports or rig questions, email support@bidddi.com.