What is the result of pressing the delete key on a track?

The action of pressing the delete key on a track in Pro Tools results in creating space between the remaining clips. When a single clip or selection of clips is deleted, the remaining clips to the right do not shift over to fill the gap; instead, they maintain their original positions. This creates an empty space in the timeline, which can be beneficial for various editing processes, such as inserting new clips or adjusting the arrangement of existing content.

This behavior is crucial for audio editing as it allows the user to remove unwanted sections while preserving the overall structure and timing of the remaining audio clips. Users might opt to use different methods, like the cut command or moving clips manually, to achieve different results, such as shifting or rearranging audio.