Headphone Cue + 2 Hot Cues in Main EQ Layout

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  1. Dear Algoriddim Team,

    First of all, thank you for the continuous development of djay. It has become an incredibly powerful tool, especially on iPad.

    I regularly perform at international dance congresses as DJ FirenZ, and I rely on djay in live performance environments. I would like to propose a workflow improvement specifically aimed at professional use in real-world booth situations.

    In the current two-deck EQ layout, there is unused screen space:

    • Below the waveform area

    • On both sides of the crossfader

    From a live performance perspective, this space could be used for:

    1. Small headphone cue selection buttons (Deck 1 / Deck 2), accessible without leaving the main EQ layout.

    2. Two compact hot cue buttons per deck, visible directly in the main performance screen, so basic cues can be triggered without switching to Performance Pad mode.

    This would effectively create a “Compact Booth Mode”:

    • EQ visible

    • Waveforms visible

    • Minimal hot cue access

    • Direct headphone cue control

    • No layout switching required

    For professional DJs performing live events, this would significantly improve speed, confidence, and flow during transitions.

    The space is already available in the interface, and implementing these compact controls would enhance real-world usability without overcrowding the layout.

    I would be happy to provide further feedback or assist with testing if needed, as I regularly perform in live event environments and could offer practical insights.

    Thank you for considering this request.

    Best regards,

    DJ FirenZIf

    other professional DJs find this useful, feel free to comment and support this idea.

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Hi @Eder_Ojeda_FirenZ, thanks for the suggestion! I’ll share this with our devs for consideration. Please use the blue Vote button at the top left of this page so we can gauge user demand for this feature.

Please note that the space on either side of the crossfader is already occupied by the expanded NM, FX and Skip tools (see below). Also, keep in mind that the UI needs to work with different sized iOS device screens via touch interface. So the elements need to large enough and spaced out enough for use on smaller screens. I think your 2 Hot Cues could, however, be added to the NM, FX and Skip tools menu.

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Hi @Slak_Jaw,

Thank you for the detailed explanation — I completely understand the constraints regarding screen size and touch usability.

My main goal is minimizing layout switching during live performance. In real booth situations, especially during fast transitions, having to switch views for basic actions can interrupt flow.

If permanent placement near the crossfader isn’t feasible due to the expanded NM/FX/Skip tools, having 2 compact Hot Cues accessible within that expanded tools menu would already be a significant improvement for professional workflow.

Regarding headphone cue selection, even a compact toggle option within the expanded menu would greatly improve speed and confidence during live sets.

I truly appreciate you taking the time to consider this and sharing it with the development team.

I’ll make sure to vote, and I hope other performance-focused DJs can support the idea as well.

Best regards,

DJ FirenZ

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You’re welcome @Eder_Ojeda_FirenZ. Thanks for the additional input.