VST automation in separate automation envelope lanes

[Lee D 36]

I have an Arturia Keylab MK2 MIDI controller.  When I load up Analog Lab 4, it automatically maps the knobs and sliders to various controls in Analog Lab 4.  When I record MIDI and move the knobs, I see the CC changes overlay on the MIDI note recording and when I open the piano roll I can see the control changes as separate lanes.  Is there a way to show that data as separate automation lanes in the track view instead of showing it in the piano roll view?

[scook 915]

Convert MIDI Controllers to Envelopes but you may want to record as automation instead of CC data.

[Lee D 36]

1 hour ago, scook said:

Convert MIDI Controllers to Envelopes but you may want to record as automation instead of CC data.

Is there a way to easily create a automation lane with a parameter assigned?  I know there's a dropdown list for that instrument when you create an automation lane but I was wondering if there's an easier way if I'm tweaking a knob in the VST and want to automate it.

[scook 915]

To create an automation envelope without using the parameter drop down, arm the track for automation (click the W button) start the transport and tweak the control on the plug-in UI.