How can you create a cycle or loop playback in Logic Pro?

Creating a cycle or loop playback in Logic Pro involves highlighting a specific section of the timeline in order to have the software continuously repeat that section during playback. This is achieved by clicking and dragging over the ruler at the top of the workspace, which highlights the desired area in yellow. This highlighted section indicates the cycle region, and when you start playback, Logic Pro will loop that portion until you stop it or change the selection.

Highlighting the section in this manner is an intuitive way to manage loop playback, as it visually represents the area of interest that will be repeated. Other methods, like using the Loop tool or keyboard shortcuts, may refer to different functionalities—such as creating loops for regions or duplicating elements—rather than specifically setting up the playback cycling feature. Thus, highlighting the section in the ruler is the most direct and effective way to establish a loop playback setting.