How do I edit tracks in Adobe Audition?

Editing tracks in Adobe Audition involves several core techniques. Here's a breakdown of common editing tasks you can perform:

Basic Editing Operations

Selecting Audio: Click and drag across the waveform to select a portion of audio you want to edit.
Cutting: Select the audio and press Ctrl+X (Windows) or Cmd+X (Mac) to cut the selected audio to the clipboard.
Copying: Select the audio and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac) to copy the selected audio to the clipboard.
Pasting: Position the cursor where you want to paste the audio and press Ctrl+V (Windows) or Cmd+V (Mac) to paste the audio from the clipboard.
Deleting: Select the audio you want to remove and press the Delete key. (as mentioned in the reference YouTube video)
Undoing/Redoing: Use Ctrl+Z (Windows) or Cmd+Z (Mac) to undo actions and Ctrl+Shift+Z (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+Z (Mac) to redo actions.

Fade In/Out: Select a portion of audio and apply a fade in or fade out effect to create smoother transitions. You can often find these effects in the "Effects" menu.
Crossfades: Overlap the end of one clip with the beginning of another and apply a crossfade to smoothly transition between the two.
Gain Adjustment: Increase or decrease the volume of selected audio to balance levels.
Normalization: Increase the overall volume of the track to a target level without clipping.

Multitrack Editing: Import multiple audio files into a multitrack session and arrange them on different tracks. This is essential for podcasting, music production, and video editing.
Using the Razor Tool: This tool allows you to make precise cuts within a clip.
Envelope Editing: Create volume envelopes to adjust the volume of different sections of the track over time, offering greater control over dynamic range.
Spectral Frequency Display: Use this visual representation of audio to identify and remove unwanted noises or frequencies.

Listen Carefully: Always listen to your edits carefully to ensure they sound natural and seamless.
Use Headphones: Use headphones to hear fine details that you might miss using speakers.
Save Frequently: Save your work often to avoid losing progress.
Experiment: Don't be afraid to experiment with different editing techniques to find what works best for you.

By mastering these techniques, you can effectively edit tracks in Adobe Audition to create professional-sounding audio.