An open-source audio editing and recording application used in academia to support multimedia production, research media studies, music, linguistics, journalism, and education.
Application Overview
Chaffey College provides students, faculty, and staff access to Audacity, a platform for recording, editing, and mixing audio content.
It is especially useful in academic settings and is compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.
Audacity adapts well to instructional goals and student projects at any level by providing support for multi-track editing, built-in effects, and a variety of file formats.
Usages and Features
Audacity provides a full suit of tools to support both creative and technical projects, such as editing lecture recordings, creating podcasts, producing music, or analyzing speech patterns.
Key Features:
- Multi-Track Editing
- Built-In Audio Effects
- Cross-Platform Compatibility
- Audio Analysis
- Supports WAV, MP3, AIFF, FLAC, etc.
If you require access or installation of the Audacity application on a district device, please contact the IT Help Desk for further assistance.
Support and Resources
Audacity Provided Resources
For assistance with Audacity or other general issues, you can find support and instructions on their support page: Audacityteam.org/Support or check their Audacity Team FAQ.
For other general inquires, you can check their provided resources:
Chaffey Resources
If you're experiencing access issues regarding the Audacity application, you may contact our Chaffey IT Helpdesk using the following methods: