diff --git a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.md b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.mdx similarity index 58% rename from src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.md rename to src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.mdx index 5056093..d6ec8cd 100644 --- a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.md +++ b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.mdx @@ -6,42 +6,21 @@ section: new in Audacity 4 sectionOrder: 2 order: 2 --- +import Shortcut from "../../../components/manual/Shortcut.jsx"; -[Edit](https://github.com/audacity/audacity-support/blob/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide.md) - -On this page - -With Audacity 4, we've tried to modernize the app while keeping things still feeling Audacity. That said, there are some notable differences. - -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#onboarding) - -Onboarding +## Onboarding During onboarding, you'll be asked for app theme (light or dark), clip theme and workspace. The "Classic" clip theme and workspace are designed to keep things as close to Audacity 3 as possible, keeping all the same tools and buttons. -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#knobs) - -Knobs +## Knobs In addition to sliders, we've added a new Knob control. **To increase the value of a knob, simply click it and drag it up or right, to decrease it, drag it down or left**. Double-clicking resets the knob value, `Shift`+dragging lets you do finer adjustments. -## +## Sync Lock & Ripple editing -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#sync-lock-and-ripple-editing) +Sync lock has been replaced by ripple editing. You can set your default delete behavior in **Preferences -> Editing**. To make an edit while keeping all tracks in sync, use "**Delete and close gap (all tracks)**" and "**Insert and preserve sync" **, respectively. You can edit these shortcuts in preferences. -Sync Lock & Ripple editing - -Sync lock has been replaced by ripple editing. You can set your default delete behavior in **Preferences -> Editing**. To make an edit while keeping all tracks in sync, use "**Delete and close gap (all tracks)**" (`Ctrl+Delete`) and "**Insert and preserve sync" (**`**Ctrl+Shift+V**`**)**, respectively. You can edit these shortcuts in preferences. - -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#clips) - -Clips +## Clips In Audacity 4, clips can be selected directly, and multiple clips can be selected with Shift+Click even when the clips aren't touching. @@ -51,30 +30,17 @@ You can trim and stretch all selected clips at once using the handles that appea You can also move clips on top of other existing clips; doing so will cause the existing clip to be "eaten" into. -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#plugins) - -Plugins +## Plugins At the time of writing (Alpha 1), only the following plugin formats are supported: VST3, VST, AU (macOS only), LV2 (Linux only). The remaining plugin formats (LADSPA, Nyquist, VAMP, as well as new ones like CLAP) may be (re-)added in the future. -## +## Tool modes -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide#tool-modes) - -Tool modes - -We have replaced the following tool modes: Select tool (`F1`), Envelope tool (`F2`), Draw tool (`F3`), and Multi-tool (`F6`). Instead, envelopes are a visual layer which can be toggled visible using the Automation button. +We have replaced the following tool modes: Select tool , Envelope tool , Draw tool , and Multi-tool . Instead, envelopes are a visual layer which can be toggled visible using the Automation button. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252FT7LE9oWGJNtc7tOOYE0A%252Fgrafik.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Dbe6021a9-77b9-40a1-beab-4d8a84648b93&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=411468ab&sv=2) The Draw tool is automatically engaged when you're zoomed in enough to see individual samples; your cursor will turn to a pencil as you get close to a sample point. -A new tool mode has been added, Split tool. The split tool can be engaged by pressing or holding `S`, and allows you to quickly split clips into two. +A new tool mode has been added, Split tool. The split tool can be engaged by pressing or holding , and allows you to quickly split clips into two. -[PreviousAudacity 4 Alpha 1 release notes](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-4-alpha-1-release-notes)[NextCustomizing Audacity's UI](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui) - -Last updated 8 months ago - -Was this helpful? diff --git a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-4-alpha-1-release-notes.md b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-4-alpha-1-release-notes.md index 77da41e..dfc5d6f 100644 --- a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-4-alpha-1-release-notes.md +++ b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-4-alpha-1-release-notes.md @@ -21,7 +21,7 @@ Audacity 4 alpha 1 is not yet published. What am I testing in this build? -The purpose of this early-stage alpha release is to provide a build for our community so they can test core aspects of Audacity’s functionality. This will greatly help us spot issues and refine the experience. When reporting issues, please keep them limited to these six areas.
 +The purpose of this early-stage alpha release is to provide a build for our community so they can test core aspects of Audacity’s functionality. This will greatly help us spot issues and refine the experience. When reporting issues, please keep them limited to these six areas. - Recording & playback - Editing audio diff --git a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.md b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.mdx similarity index 56% rename from src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.md rename to src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.mdx index 8168ac0..a7b7114 100644 --- a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.md +++ b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.mdx @@ -7,36 +7,25 @@ sectionOrder: 2 order: 4 --- -[Edit](https://github.com/audacity/audacity-support/blob/au4/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color.md) +import Callout from "../../../components/manual/Callout.astro"; -On this page -Note: This feature is only available if you have **colorful clips** enabled in **Preferences -> Appearance -> Clip style** + +This feature is only available if you have **colorful clips** enabled in **Preferences -> Appearance -> Clip style** + -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color#changing-color-per-clip) - -Changing color per clip +## Changing color per clip To change clip color, click on the 3-dot menu on the top right of the clip and select **Clip color**. You then are given the choice between several colors. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252FWwCB9swh69hD8Z9d4WaP%252Fimage.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D8c56a16c-655d-4393-aeb5-da343eef7e88&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=bc996ebf&sv=2) -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color#changing-color-for-an-entire-track) - -Changing color for an entire track +## Changing color for an entire track To change the color for all clips on a track, click on the 3-dot menu on the track header and select **Track color**. You then are given the choice between several colors. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252FQdIaeTucdSL5MZBGCeTp%252Fimage.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D5cbef214-2623-4bfc-9c3f-d4f685db615a&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=1d951a9c&sv=2) -Note: Changing track color only changes the color for clips which follow the track color. If you have changed the clip color for individual clips, they won't change color if you change track color. - -[PreviousCustomizing Audacity's UI](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui)[NextInstalling FFmpeg](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/basics/installing-ffmpeg) - -Last updated 8 months ago - -Was this helpful? + +Changing track color only changes the color for clips which follow the track color. If you have changed the clip color for individual clips, they won't change color if you change track color. + \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.md b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.mdx similarity index 56% rename from src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.md rename to src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.mdx index 9cd828c..413ec1a 100644 --- a/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.md +++ b/src/content/manual/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui.mdx @@ -1,73 +1,43 @@ --- title: Customizing Audacity's UI -description: You can turn on and off individual features in Audacity's toolbar - using the cog icon on the right. Doing so will show or hide certain UI - elements in the tool... +description: "" section: new in Audacity 4 sectionOrder: 2 order: 3 --- -[Edit](https://github.com/audacity/audacity-support/blob/au4/new-in-audacity-4/workspaces.md) +import Callout from "../../../components/manual/Callout.astro"; -On this page +## Workspaces -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#workspaces) - -Workspaces - -### - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#turning-on-and-off-features) - -Turning on and off features +### Turning on and off features You can turn on and off individual features in Audacity's toolbar using the cog icon on the right. Doing so will show or hide certain UI elements in the toolbar. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252F9BB833Cx5yK0zFyaYc1Q%252Fimage.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D5b38599f-9a02-41af-bbe1-aab738878c96&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=3791b4ec&sv=2) -### - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#moving-docking-and-floating-parts-of-the-ui) - -Moving, docking and floating parts of the UI +### Moving, docking and floating parts of the UI Toolbars and panels can be moved by grabbing and dragging them at the top (like an app window), or the ⠿ 6-dot grabber of the element. -### - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#workspace-presets) - -Workspace presets +### Workspace presets You can switch between different presets using the Workspace dropdown in the top right corner of Audacity. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252FyB2zoWQAVG2O8yrPaTYg%252Fimage.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3Df903d7d3-126c-4d17-8ce3-67fac7111a9b&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=ac92667c&sv=2) -Note: All UI modifications you make are automatically saved to the workspace you're currently in. + +All UI modifications you make are automatically saved to the workspace you're currently in. + -## - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#themes) - -Themes +## Themes Audacity's theme, accent color and clip style can be changed in **Preferences -> Appearance**. ![](https://support.audacityteam.org/~gitbook/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F2905281570-files.gitbook.io%2F%7E%2Ffiles%2Fv0%2Fb%2Fgitbook-x-prod.appspot.com%2Fo%2Fspaces%252FEnNXGrLkN0pXlkzzS7cM%252Fuploads%252FPd6JzEMPGV3myzM3yj3H%252Fimage.png%3Falt%3Dmedia%26token%3D3b44e74d-55d6-4457-bac0-5bd17dc39131&width=768&dpr=3&quality=100&sign=3befea3&sv=2) -### - -[](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/customizing-audacitys-ui#custom-themes) - -Custom themes +### Custom themes It is possible to further customize Audacity's look using the config files located in the Audacity install folder's `/bin/config`. Note though that changes to themes here will be overwritten every time Audacity is updated. -[PreviousAudacity 3 to 4 transition guide](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/audacity-3-to-4-transition-guide)[NextChanging clip color](https://support.audacityteam.org/au4/new-in-audacity-4/changing-clip-color) -Last updated 8 months ago - -Was this helpful?