edit audio

Definition

The process of modifying, adjusting, or manipulating audio files or sound within video, such as trimming, pitch-shifting, adding effects, adjusting volume, or layering multiple tracks. This is a core step in video production for achieving desired sound quality and style.

Example Usage

I had to edit audio on that clip because the background noise was too loud.

Origin

Compound term from 'edit' (to assemble) and 'audio' (sound); emerged as a distinct skill with digital audio workstations in the 1990s.

Fun Fact

Smartphone apps like CapCut have democratized audio editing, allowing anyone to add reverb, bass boost, or echo effects that once required expensive studio equipment.

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