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Dialing in a speed below your current one while using VS to keep engine at idle is an above average technique. Most pilots are not above average.
I'm continually amazed how complicated the Airbus is to fly to do simple things that the RJ could do with your eyes closed.
I completely agree and also use this technique when using V/S mode. By doing so, you are essentially having to continue to change the selected v/s to achieve the desired airspeed (while not allowing the engines to come off idle). This is a bit of an increased workload. There is a function on the installed autopilot that does this for you automatically. It is called 'Open Desent'!!