# Easy automation in Reaper
- Cmd+mouse to draw automation
- Use touch mode
- Use a time selection and cmd+up/down to move up/down 1dB (works for other things too, not just volume)[^1]
- Click zone and cmd+shift+up/down to move up/down 0.5dB[^2]
[^1]: [How I Adjust Volume Automation in REAPER](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8p05k8hKZo)
[^2]: [Reaper: quick volume envelope automation adjustment](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnX2bdY4IsI)