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How to easily trim audio files on Windows 11 PC?
Hello all,
I'm looking for some help on how to trim long audio files into shorter ones on my Windows 11 PC. I have several lengthy recordings that I need to cut down to more manageable sizes, but I'm not sure what tools or methods to use for this task.
Could anyone recommend a simple and effective way to trim audio files on Windows 11? Any free software or built-in tools that work well would be greatly appreciated.
P.S. I am not a tech savvy. So simple solution with intuitive UI is more welcomed!
For editing audio files, I personally recommend AudioKis. I'm not a tech geek, but this tool is really easy to use. You just drag the audio file in, select the part you want to edit, and save it. The interface is very intuitive, there are no complicated settings, and no annoying ads.
I follow this tutorial (works for me):
https://www.makeuserof.com/trim-an-audio-file
I also had a lot of recordings to edit before, and I tried several tools, but some of them were too troublesome to operate. AudioKis made me think that editing audio can be so simple and worth a try.
Carolynyne Windows Voice Recorder is a built-in app in Windows 10 and 11 that allows you to record and make basic edits to audio files. It is simple and convenient for quick trimming tasks.
Steps to Trim Audio Using Windows Voice Recorder:
- Open the Windows Voice Recorder app from the Start menu.
- Click on the Record button to start recording or Import to load an existing audio file.
- Once the audio file is loaded, select it from the list of recordings.
- Click the Trim button (scissors icon) at the bottom of the window.
- Use the blue handles to select the portion of the audio you want to keep and click the Save button to save the trimmed audio.
- There is no Voice Recorder app. I only see Sound Recorder which has no trim option.
timeasterday Yep, same here
LawrenceLink I don't see the clipping icon!
For editing audio files, I personally recommend AudioKis. I'm not a tech geek, but this tool is really easy to use. You just drag the audio file in, select the part you want to edit, and save it. The interface is very intuitive, there are no complicated settings, and no annoying ads.
I follow this tutorial (works for me):
https://www.makeuserof.com/trim-an-audio-file
I also had a lot of recordings to edit before, and I tried several tools, but some of them were too troublesome to operate. AudioKis made me think that editing audio can be so simple and worth a try.
- I only see a Sound Recorder app which has no trim feature. Voice Recorder isn't anywhere.
Carolynyne My recommendation is Windows Movie Maker. It is a free video editing software developed by Microsoft, included in the Windows Essentials suite. It was designed to allow users to create, edit, and share videos with a simple interface. The software was commonly used for basic video editing tasks like cutting, trimming, adding effects, and exporting videos in different formats.
How to Trim Audio File with Windows Movie Maker:
1. Click on the Add Music button found in the top toolbar. Browse your computer to find and select the audio file you want to trim.
2. Use the trim handles (located at the beginning and end of the audio clip on the timeline) to drag and set the start and end points. Alternatively, you can right-click the audio track and choose Trim to manually set the start and end times.
3. Adjust the sliders to select the portion of the audio you wish to keep.
4. Once you’re satisfied with the trimmed audio, go to File > Save movie. Select Audio only from the list of options and choose the desired audio format (e.g., MP3, WMA). Choose a destination folder and save the trimmed audio file.
Using the Movies & TV app to trim audio files does have some limitations. This method is designed primarily for video files, and audio files are not fully supported, especially if the audio format is not widely supported, you may encounter problems opening or editing. In addition, the editing functions are relatively basic, and if you need to do more sophisticated editing, this tool may not be enough.
In fact, I have encountered similar difficulties when trying to use it to trim audio files before. For example, sometimes the audio files are slow to load, or there are some problems with the sound quality and synchronization after editing. In this case, I usually turn to more professional audio editing software, even if it means installing a third-party application.
If your needs are simple, this method may be enough; but if you need more editing functions, you may still want to consider using dedicated audio editing software.
Using OneDrive Audio Player to mark trim points is a temporary solution, especially for those who don't want to install new software. You just need to upload the audio file to OneDrive and play it with its online player. While playing, you can record the start and end time of the part you want to trim. Although this method does not directly modify the audio file, it can help you find the exact part you need to trim for further editing. This is a simpler way, but if you need to trim audio file frequently, you may find it a bit troublesome.
The steps to mark and record trim points using OneDrive Audio Player are as follows:
- Open a browser, visit the OneDrive website and log in to your Microsoft account.
- In the OneDrive interface, select the "Upload" button, then select "File", find the audio file you want to upload and upload it.
- After uploading, click the audio file you just uploaded and it will automatically play in OneDrive's audio player.
- While the audio is playing, listen carefully and record the start and end time of the part you want to trim. You can write it down with pen and paper, or use the notepad app on your computer.
- Once you have the specific time points you need to trim, you can use these time points to trim in any audio editing software that supports precise time input.
This method mainly helps you find the audio segment that needs to be trimmed accurately, so that you can use more professional tools to edit it later. Although it is a bit cumbersome, it is a good choice for users who do not often process audio.
Are there any reliable online tools or web-based applications such as luggage storage genoa that can trim audio files without needing to install software on Windows 11?
- any solution?
