Speed Up Audio

1) Sign up for Descript for free. You have 1 free hour of transcription per month. No credit card is required.

2) Upload your video to Descript by dragging and dropping it into the project window.

3) Once upload has finished, head to the "Layer" option on the right-hand panel and adjust the speed of your clips under "Duration". You can drag left and right in the "Speed" and "Duration" boxes or — for more precise control — simply type in any multiplier.

4) Share the optimized clip by clicking on Publish and selecting the "Export" button to post it or download the audio file to your desired location.

• Time Efficiency: Quickly review lengthy recordings without missing key details.
• Enhanced Focus: Maintain engagement by reducing downtime during playback.
• Improved Learning: Absorb information faster, ideal for educational content and podcasts.
• Streamlined Editing: Identify and edit sections more rapidly, saving valuable production time.
• Optimized Content Delivery: Deliver concise, faster-paced content to your audience, keeping them engaged.

• Use Keyboard Shortcuts: Familiarize yourself with Descript's keyboard shortcuts to quickly adjust playback speed without interrupting your workflow.
• Set Custom Speed Presets: Create and save custom speed presets for different types of content, such as interviews or lectures, to streamline your editing process.
• Monitor Audio Quality: Regularly check the audio quality at higher speeds to ensure that important details and clarity are not compromised.
• Utilize Markers: Place markers at key points in your audio to easily navigate and make precise edits, even at faster playback speeds.
• Practice Incremental Increases: Gradually increase the speed in small increments to find the optimal balance between efficiency and comprehension.