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Basic audio editing
The core editing commands, and the habits that keep edits inaudible.
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Core commands
| Command | Shortcut | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Cut | Ctrl+X | Remove selection to clipboard |
| Copy | Ctrl+C | Copy selection |
| Paste | Ctrl+V | Insert at playhead, optional crossfade |
| Delete | Del | Remove selection |
| Select all | Ctrl+A | Whole file |
| Undo | Ctrl+Z | Step back; redo from the Edit menu |
Clean edits
- Enable Snap to zero crossings so cuts land where the waveform crosses zero, avoiding clicks.
- Use a short paste crossfade (5–20 ms) on music.
- Fade in and out at file boundaries.
Beyond cut and paste
- Insert silence for a pause.
- Clip-gain and fade envelopes: draw points on the waveform to shape level.
- Seamless Loop: build a loop with crossfade preview.
- A/B snapshot: store a version and swap to compare.
- History drawer: jump back several steps at once.
Next: Selecting regions and Editing using the clipboard.
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