# Live Mode

Live Mode strips the interface down to what matters during a performance, even though you're unlikely to be working in Mimic during a performance, if you need to double check what's gong on or you want to temporarily disable some Macros - Live Mode ensure a few quick clicks won't accidentally make edits or delete your settings.

**Switching modes:** Single-click the BUILD/LIVE label in the top-right corner of Session View. Switching to Live triggers an automatic session save.

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**What changes:**

* Input column is hidden — macros display full-width
* No editing controls: no Make Parent, Edit Macro, Delete, +Ghost, or Clear Inputs
* All macro tiles are the same width (Parent tiles shrink to match)
* Macro Group and Toggle Group tiles remain visible

**What stays:**

* **Visibility toggle:** you can disable/enable macros mid-set without destroying their config
* Type icons: Parent, Child, state arrows (→ passthrough, >> edited)
* Cue count and input CH/CC badge for reference

{% hint style="info" %}
The concept of Build/Live mode was built into the early architecture of the software as a means to strip out unnecessary processing as much as possible, so far the app barely takes up any memory so it's mostly just a quality-of-life feature but it will be factored into future development at any point where it can make a difference.
{% endhint %}


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