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Adding a voice-over

Common questions users ask:
Can I add a voiceover to Biteable?
How do I add a voice-over?
Where is text-to-speech voiceover?
Is it voiceover or voice-over?

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Can I add a voiceover to Biteable?
How do I add or upload my own voice-over?
How do I adjust the volume of my voice-over?
How to add a voice-over with text-to-speech
Where is text-to-speech voice-over? Is it an AI voice-over?
How to add a voice-over with text-to-speech
How do I adjust audio files on the voice-over audio layer?
How do I record a voice-over?
Is it voiceover or voice-over?


Can I add a voiceover to Biteable?


Yes, Biteable allows you to add a voice-over (or voiceover) to your video. A voice-over is a great way to create accessible messages for your entire team. To add a voiceover, you will upload an audio file or use Biteable’s text-to-speech feature to bring your script to life.



How do I add or upload my own voice-over?



Create or open a video project

In the timeline, you’ll find two audio layer. One for music 🎵, and a second for voice-overs 🎙️.



Click on the microphone icon.

Then click the Uploads tab. Next, click “Upload voice-over” to find an audio file on your computer to upload and use in your video. You can also select from any audio file that you have previously uploaded to Biteable by clicking once on the audio file name and then clicking “Save”.



Once added to the timeline, you can move the voice-over to the desired position in the timeline or you can trim the voice over by adjusting the handles at the start and end of the voice-over block in the timeline.





How do I adjust the volume of my voice-over?



To adjust the volume of a voice-over that has been added to the timeline, simply click the voice-over in the timeline and the Properties panel should appear exposing a voice-over volume control. You can control the volume level by moving the slider to the desired level. You can also set the voice-over to fade in or fade out.



How do I replace a voice-over?



Click once on the voice-over track in the timeline to expose the Properties panel. Then click the “Replace voice-over” button and follow the prompts to replace your voice-over track.

Alternately, you can click the up arrow icon on the voice-over track and choose “Replace voice-over” from the pop-up menu.

Where is text-to-speech voiceover? Is it an AI voice-over?



Create or open a video project

In the timeline, you’ll find two audio layer. One for music 🎵, and a second for voice-overs 🎙️.

Click on the microphone icon, and then click on the “Text to speech” tab. Enter your script in the space provided. You can either type your script into this box, or you can paste in some text that you’ve copied from another source.

Preview the available AI voices by clicking the Preview button next to each one. When you find one you like, select that AI character and then click the “Generate voiceover” button. There are over 40 AI voices for you to choose from.

Once it is generated, click the “Add Voiceover to timeline” button.




How to add a voice-over with text-to-speech



Users on a Premium plan also have the option to type out a voice-over with our text-to-speech tool.

Click here to learn more.



FAQs



How do I adjust audio files on the voice-over audio layer?



Use the voice-over panel to adjust the volume and fade in/out settings for your voice-over. Drag your audio file along the timeline to adjust start/end times or to trim your voice-over.

See the gif below or watch this 📹 Adding & Adjusting Voice-overs video tutorial to learn more about adding and adjusting audio files on the voice-over timeline.




How do I record a voice-over?



There are two easy ways to record a voice-over for your video.

Using Biteable's Record Tools

You can use Biteable's Record tools to record a video. If you need just the mp3 audio, we have an Audio Extraction tool that can help you turn an mp4 video file into an mp3 audio file.

Smartphone audio recording

Using an iPhone or other smartphone device is a common way to quickly capture voice-over recordings that can be added to your videos. Below are some helpful screenshots to locate how to record and share an audio file from an iPhone.



Is it voiceover or voice-over?



Both "voice-over" and "VoiceOver" are commonly used, and there's no single definitive answer.

Technically:

- Voiceover: This is the technically correct term, written as one word without a hyphen. It's commonly used in style guides and official documents.
- Voice-over: This is also widely accepted, especially in North America. It's more readable and helps break up the phrase, which can be beneficial for some audiences.

Context:

- Formal writing: Stick with "voiceover" for a more formal and professional tone.This is a good choice for style guides, academic papers, and official documents.
- Informal writing: "Voice-over" is perfectly acceptable for most informal writing,like blog posts, emails, and social media.
- Audience: If your audience is primarily American, they might be more familiar with "voice-over." If targeting a global audience, "voiceover" might be more widely understood.

Other factors:

- Readability: Consider how the written phrase flows. Sometimes, one format might be easier to read than the other.
- Personal preference: Ultimately, you can choose the spelling you prefer, as long as it's consistent throughout your writing.

Additional note: Remember "VoiceOver" with a capital "V" is also a specific accessibility feature on Apple devices used for screen reading. So, in that context, always use "VoiceOver" to refer to that specific software.



We can't wait to see what you create with Voice-over. Reach out to our friendly support team with any questions.

Updated on: 08/03/2024

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