Sometimes you may need to record audio that is scheduled to play in the future when you won’t be at your computer. Audacity has a useful feature called Timer Record that lets you set up and schedule recordings in advance. Here’s how to use it.
Steps to Set Up Timer Recording: #
Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace
Ensure that Audacity is open with a blank project ready.
Step 2: Access Timer Record
Go to Transport > Record > Timer Record.
Step 3: Set the Recording Schedule
Configure the Start Date and Time for when you want the recording to begin. Set the End Date and Time, or choose to set the recording by Duration.
Step 4: Enable Automatic Project Saving
Check the option to Save the project automatically. Specify a name and location for the project file.
Step 5: Set Up Automatic Export
Choose to Automatically export the recording. Define the export format (e.g., MP3, WAV) and specify the file name and save location.
Step 6: Choose Post-Recording Options
Use the drop-down menu to select actions after recording ends:
- Exit Audacity
- Restart the system
- Shut down the system
Step 7: Final Preparation
Ensure that your live stream or audio source is open and ready to play at the scheduled time. Double-check that all settings in Audacity are configured correctly.
With these steps, you can confidently schedule Audacity to record computer audio even when you’re away.