Before recording, users must select input devices (e.g., microphones) and set sample rates. For best performance, it is suggested to aim for an input volume that peaks around -12 dB, avoiding the red -6 dB zone.
Users can edit multiple tracks simultaneously, allowing for the mixing of voice, music, and sound effects. The software supports cut, copy, paste, and delete operations, with unlimited "Undo" actions. Audacity
Final projects can be exported to multiple formats, including MP3 (suitable for podcasts), WAV (high-quality audio), and FLAC. Key Considerations for Long Recordings (Podcasts/Lectures) Before recording, users must select input devices (e
The Selection Tool allows cutting out mistakes, while the Envelope Tool helps manage volume changes over time. The software supports cut, copy, paste, and delete
Audacity includes a "Change Tempo" tool, which allows stretching or shrinking the length of an audio clip without altering its pitch, and "Change Speed" for altering both.
The interface shows a waveform view, enabling precise cuts, splitting of audio clips, and fading. The Audacity Workflow