Remove or trim unwanted gaps, word gaps, and pauses from audio and video with Descript. The best part is you choose how much dead air to keep so everything flows smoothly. Great pacing and a professional sound take just a few clicks.
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Upload your audio or video
To remove silence from audio, start by creating a new project in Descript. Drag and drop your file into the project area, and once uploaded, Descript will transcribe it, showing any silences or pauses as gray bars.
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Identify and trim word gaps
Highlight and press backspace to remove or trim silences in both transcript and media. Or select Actions > Shorten word gaps to systematically cut silences from your audio at once or in steps. Descript also lets you fine-tune how sensitive the silence detection is, along with setting a default word gap length.
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Export your edited audio
Once you use the silence remover from audio feature, preview the result to see if it fits your needs. Review the edited parts to keep everything sounding natural. You can bring back removed sections by right-clicking the cut markers. When ready, continue editing or click Publish to export your file.
Automatically detect and remove silences
Descript’s audio silence remover streamlines your workflow by automatically highlighting silences using your chosen settings. See them in your transcript, and press backspace to trim in seconds.
Regenerate smooths out rough edges with AI
Cutting out silences and gaps can feel abrupt. Regenerate steps in by sampling nearby audio, then creating new sound that flows naturally. Perfect for podcasts, interviews, voiceovers, and any audio or video project that contains dialogue.
Perfect pacing made easy for all recorded speech
Whether you want to trim awkward pauses or lengthen gaps for emphasis, Descript offers fine-tuned control over silence to engage your audience.
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How do I remove audio silence?
When you want to remove silence from audio, upload your file to Descript, which highlights silences and gaps in your transcript. You can review or remove them to tighten your audio. This quick approach avoids manual editing and keeps your project sounding smooth.
How do I make recorded sound more clear?
For clearer recorded sound, Descript includes Studio Sound, which removes background noise and enhances voice clarity with a simple click. Use it for podcasts, videos, or any audio project. Upload your recording to Descript, enable Studio Sound, and let the tech refine your audio in seconds.
How can I use Regenerate to remove silence from audio seamlessly?
Highlight the rough sections in your transcript and choose Replace > Regenerate. This produces new audio that fits right in with the surrounding track.
