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Adding Introductory and Ending Comments in Audacity

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To spice up your audio project, you may want to record introductory and ending comments. This guide will walk you through recording and adding these segments within the same project.

Steps for Recording Introductory and Ending Comments: #

Step 1: Mute the Main Track
Mute the main audio track by clicking the Mute button to ensure it doesn’t interfere with your new recordings.

Step 2: Add a New Track
Go to Tracks > Add New > Stereo Track to create a new track for recording.

Step 3: Record the Introductory Comments
Use the Record button to record your introductory audio.

Step 4: Record the Ending Comments
Once the introductory comments are recorded, record your closing audio on the same or another new track.

Step 5: Saving Your Project
Save your progress by selecting File > Save Project to ensure all work is preserved.

Copying and Moving Audio Segments: #

Step 1: Zoom for Better Visibility
Use the Zoom Tool to stretch out your audio for better visibility.

Step 2: Copy the Introductory Comments
Highlight the introductory audio segment with the Selection Tool and press Ctrl + C (Cmd + C on Mac) to copy.

Step 3: Paste the Introductory Comments
Place your cursor at the beginning of the main track and press Ctrl + V (Cmd + V on Mac) to paste the copied audio.

Step 4: Adjust Placement
Use the Time Shift Tool to move the audio segment into position.

Adding Ending Comments: #

Step 1: Copy the Ending Comments
Highlight and copy the ending comments using Ctrl + C (Cmd + C on Mac).

Step 2: Navigate to the End of the Track
Scroll to the end of the main track or use View > Fit to Width to locate the endpoint.

Step 3: Paste the Ending Comments
Place your cursor at the end of the main track and press Ctrl + V (Cmd + V on Mac) to paste.

Step 4: Final Adjustments
Mute or close the original tracks with the comments if needed to ensure they don’t interfere with playback.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly add both introductory and ending comments to your main audio track.