Preset Management
Complete guide to saving, switching, sharing, and importing rhythm presets
Last updated: 2026-03-21
Presets let you save complete rhythm configurations (BPM, time signature, sound kit, rhythm pattern) for quick recall and sharing.
What is a Preset
A preset contains the following information:
| Property | Description | Range/Options |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Preset identifier | Max 50 characters |
| BPM | Tempo | 10 - 300 |
| Time Signature | Beats per measure | 1/4 to 8/4 |
| Subdivision | Beat subdivision type | Quarter/Eighth/Triplet/Sixteenth |
| Sound Kit | Sound library to use | 6 options |
| Rhythm Pattern | Sequencer programming | 3 tracks × N cells |
Selecting a Preset
- Tap the preset name at the top
- Browse or search in the popup list
- Tap to select and switch
After switching, all parameters (BPM, time signature, sound kit, rhythm pattern) update to the saved values.
Saving a Preset
Overwrite Current Preset
- Tap the ⋮ menu button next to the preset name
- Select Save
Save as New Preset
- Tap the ⋮ menu button
- Select Save As
- Enter a new preset name
- Confirm save
Unsaved Changes Indicator
After modifying parameters, if not yet saved:
- The menu button shows a cyan glow effect
- Reminds you to save your changes
Deleting a Preset
- Tap the ⋮ menu button
- Select Delete
- Confirm deletion
:::warning Presets referenced by practices cannot be deleted. You need to modify the practice first to remove the reference. :::
Naming Rules
- Name cannot be empty
- Name cannot exceed 50 characters
- Name cannot duplicate existing presets (case-insensitive)
Sharing a Preset
FlowBeats supports sharing via rhythm code or QR code.
Sharing Steps
- Tap the ⋮ menu button
- Select Share
- Choose sharing method:
- Rhythm Code: Text encoding, can be copied and pasted
- QR Code: Can be saved as an image
- Tap Copy Code or Save to Photos
Share Card Content
A share card is generated with:
- Preset name
- Sequencer preview (rhythm grid image)
- BPM, time signature, subdivision, sound kit info
- FlowBeats branding
Importing a Preset
Via Rhythm Code
- Tap the ⋮ menu button
- Select Import
- Choose Enter Code
- Paste or type the rhythm code
- Tap Parse
- Preview the preset content
- Enter a preset name
- Confirm import
Via QR Code
- Tap the ⋮ menu button
- Select Import
- Choose Scan Image
- Select a QR code image from photos
- Tap Parse
- Preview the preset content
- Enter a preset name
- Confirm import
About Rhythm Codes
A rhythm code is an encoded text string containing all preset information. You can share it through any medium:
- Messaging apps (WeChat, WhatsApp, etc.)
- SMS
- Forum posts
Recipients simply paste it in FlowBeats to import.
Built-in Presets
FlowBeats includes 6 built-in presets covering common use cases:
| Preset | BPM | Time Sig | Subdivision | Sound Kit | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 120 | 4/4 | Quarter | Classic | Simple, pure basic beat |
| Rock 80s | 120 | 4/4 | Eighth | Drum Kit | Classic rock groove |
| Blues Shuffle | 80 | 4/4 | Triplet | Drum Kit | Blues swing feel |
| Pulse | 60 | 2/4 | Eighth | Digital | Minimal slow warm-up |
| Zen | 54 | 3/4 | Quarter | Wood | Meditative slow rhythm |
| 8-Bit Arcade | 140 | 4/4 | Eighth | Retro | Retro game style |
Built-in presets can be modified, but we recommend saving as new presets to preserve the originals.
FAQ
Q: What's the difference between presets and practices?
Presets contain only rhythm configuration (BPM, time signature, sound kit, rhythm pattern).
Practices can contain multiple sections, each referencing a rhythm preset with additional settings like measure count.
Q: Why can't I delete a preset?
The preset may be referenced by a practice. Check if any practice uses this preset and remove the reference first.
Q: Will importing overwrite presets with the same name?
No. If a preset with the same name exists, you'll be asked to rename during import.
Q: Is there a length limit for rhythm codes?
Rhythm codes are typically short (tens to hundreds of characters) and can be shared anywhere that supports text.