How To Import Audio Into Imovie

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Introduction

iMovie is a great tool for video editing, and it allows you to add audio to your videos to make them more engaging. However, importing audio into iMovie can be a bit tricky if you don't know how to do it. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of importing audio into iMovie.

Step 1: Open iMovie

To import audio into iMovie, you need to first open iMovie on your Mac. You can find iMovie in your Applications folder or by searching for it in Spotlight.

Step 2: Create a New Project

Once you have opened iMovie, create a new project by clicking on the "Create New" button in the main iMovie window. You can also use the keyboard shortcut "Command + N" to create a new project.

Step 3: Import Audio

To import audio into iMovie, click on the "Import Media" button in the main iMovie window. This will open the Import Media window, where you can select the audio file you want to import. Once you have selected the audio file, click on the "Import Selected" button to import the audio into iMovie.

Step 4: Add Audio to Timeline

After importing the audio into iMovie, you can add it to your timeline by dragging and dropping it from the Import Media window to the timeline at the bottom of the iMovie window. You can also use the keyboard shortcut "Command + B" to add the audio to the timeline.

Step 5: Adjust Audio Settings

Once you have added the audio to the timeline, you can adjust its settings by clicking on it in the timeline and then clicking on the "Audio" button in the toolbar. This will open the Audio Settings window, where you can adjust the volume, fade in and out, and other settings.

Step 6: Edit Audio

If you need to edit the audio, you can do so by clicking on it in the timeline and then clicking on the "Edit" button in the toolbar. This will open the Audio Editor window, where you can trim the audio, adjust its volume, and add effects.

Step 7: Add Music and Sound Effects

In addition to importing audio files, you can also add music and sound effects to your iMovie project. To do this, click on the "Audio" button in the toolbar and then click on the "Music and Sound Effects" button. This will open the Music and Sound Effects window, where you can browse and select music and sound effects to add to your project.

Step 8: Customize Audio Clips

Once you have added music and sound effects to your iMovie project, you can customize them by clicking on them in the timeline and then clicking on the "Audio" button in the toolbar. This will open the Audio Settings window, where you can adjust the volume, fade in and out, and other settings for the music and sound effects.

Step 9: Export Your Project

After you have finished editing your video and audio in iMovie, you can export your project by clicking on the "Share" button in the toolbar and then selecting the format and quality you want to export your project in.

Conclusion

Importing audio into iMovie is a simple process, but it can seem daunting if you have never done it before. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily import audio into iMovie and start creating amazing videos with great audio.