Metadata is important for providing additional information about your audio files, such as contributing artists, album names, and more. Here’s how to add and manage metadata while working in Audacity.
Why Add Metadata? #
When you hover over an MP3 file or view its properties, metadata displays details such as the file type, size, and length. Adding metadata allows you to include custom information that can be useful for organization and distribution.
Steps to Add Metadata: #
Step 1: Navigate to the Metadata Editor
While editing your audio, go to the Edit menu and select Metadata from the dropdown list.
Step 2: Using Pre-Formed Categories
Audacity provides seven default metadata tags that cannot be edited. These include basic tags such as title, artist, album, track number, and more.
Step 3: Adding Custom Tags
To add a custom tag, type in the desired label and value in the fields provided. Click Add to insert the new custom tag into your metadata list.
Step 4: Removing Custom Tags
Highlight any custom tag you wish to delete and click Remove to eliminate it from your metadata.
Step 5: Finalizing Metadata
Once you’ve added and edited your metadata, click OK to save the changes. This metadata will now be embedded in your audio file.
Viewing Metadata: #
After saving your project as an MP3, hover over the file or view its properties to see the metadata displayed. For more detailed metadata, right-click the file and select Properties > Details to view all the embedded information.
Adding metadata helps make your audio files more informative and easier to manage. Whether you’re sharing or selling audio, metadata ensures your content is properly attributed and organized.