This is a source of supreme frustration for myself as well. For anyone used to working with Preview automation then writing to all once everything is dialed in, moving to a non-HD system can throw a huge wrench in your workflow.

My hack solution is to turn the automation OFF for given tracks that you want to automate. It won't follow any existing movement you may have, but it will at least let you dial in an EQ or something while listening to your source. When you're ready to write, turn automation to WRITE and print your automation across your desired area. Unfortunately, you do have to print in real time. :/

I'm eager to hear better options, great question!

This is a source of supreme frustration for myself as well. For anyone used to working with Preview automation then writing to all once everything is dialed in, moving to a non-HD/non-Toolkit system can throw a huge wrench in your workflow.

My hack solution is to turn the automation OFF for given tracks that you want to automate, or use the Suspend button in the Automation window [Cmd-4] . It won't follow any existing movement you may have, but it will at least let you dial in an EQ or something while listening to your source. When you're ready to write, turn automation to WRITE and print your automation across your desired area. 

Unfortunately, you do have to print in real time. :/

I'm eager to hear better options, great question!