What happens to clips when an Audio track is deleted in Pro Tools?

When an Audio track is deleted in Pro Tools, the clips associated with that track are not removed entirely from the session; instead, they remain in the Clip List. This behavior allows users to retrieve and reuse the audio clips at any time, which is particularly beneficial for maintaining flexibility during mixing and editing. The clips are preserved even though the track is no longer present in the session, enabling users to manage their audio without the fear of losing any essential elements they might want to use later.

In contrast, the other choices suggest outcomes that do not align with Pro Tools’ functionality. For instance, the idea that clips are archived in a hidden folder is not accurate; they remain accessible within the Clip List. Deletion does not mean losing the data, allowing for more efficient workflow in projects. Similarly, clips turning into MIDI clips or being fully removed from the session do not reflect the actual behavior of Pro Tools when handling audio clips during track deletion.