


Constant bit rate mode offers the worst audio encoding.The program still provides a slightly larger bit rate for more complex sections of audio while maintaining an overall average of the bit rate you selected. Average bit rate mode provides an average bit rate based on your selection.Variable bit rate mode automatically attempts to provide the lowest bit rate possible while losing only non-essential audio data.

Choose a low bit rate to lower the bit rate of the audio. Preset bit rate mode provides four bit rates that are selected for you.Just select the file type you want from the "Format" menu and select "Options" to change the bit rate. If you want to change the bit rate using another compressed file type, such as OGG or an M4A file, the steps are similar.You can also select "Download" directly from the "Libraries" menu to download the needed codecs. Locate the file using the file browser and then select it. Save that file on your main hard drive and then click on the "Libraries" option in the Audacity "Preference" menu. To do this, download the codec from the link provided in the error code. If you get an error code, you may need to visit the Audacity website to download a codec for certain types of audio.If you already know the basics, try the "Quick Tips for Better Recordings" video - learn how to quickly improve your recordings for video or podcast. The Videos and Quickstart Guide on this resource should help to get you started, but if you require further support, you can access the Audacity Tutorial Hub, or Community Forum in the Links section below. If you are using your own personal computer, you can install Audacity directly from the manufacturer's website free of charge: (Mac users should contact the IT Service Desk.) Click 'Install' to install on your PC or laptop.Select 'Audacity' from the list of available software.Search for 'Software Center' in your Windows search box.If your computer is owned by the University, you can install Audacity using the University's Software Center - no admin privileges required, simply install at your own convenience. Install Audacity on University Managed Devices Audacity is a free, easy-to-use, audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems.
