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Editing & Effects • • • • • • • • • • • Navigating the WavePad InterfaceThis video includes a tour of the layout of WavePad. In this overview of the interface, we look at the tabbed toolbar, play controls, help menu and other useful features of the main screen. Open and Play Audio FilesThis video shows you how to open files, create new projects and play audio files. Record an Audio FileThis video shows you how to record a file in WavePad and points out what to watch for during recording to make sure that you are successful. It also shows you how to select from multiple microphones and to make adjustments using the Windows Record Mixer for optimal settings.
Zoom for Precision EditingThis video shows you how to zoom in and out on your waveform, which is important in precision editing. Selecting Your WaveformThis video shows you how to select an entire file, a portion of a file and how to adjust a selection.
It also shows you how to zoom to show only the selection. Basic Sound File Editor TechniquesThis video guides you through some basic editing techniques used in audio cutter software and by sound file editors, such as cut, copy, paste, delete and silence. It also points out the location of the ever helpful undo and redo buttons. Trimming Audio FilesThis video shows you how to use Auto-Trim for easy audio file trimming, as well as, trimming silences and trimming based on cursor position.
Adding a FadeThis video shows you how to add a Fade In, Fade Out or Fade Out and Trim to an audio file. Adding Special Effects to AudioThis video shows you how to add audio effects to your file. Add Echo, Reverb, and more.
It also shows you how to change the speed and pitch of your audio file. Amplify or Normalize Audio FilesThis video shows you how to edit the levels in your audio file using Amplify and Normalize tools.