The provided snippet doesn't fully explain how to combine audio and video in OpenShot but alludes to it indirectly. Based on common video editing workflows, here’s how you can combine audio and video in OpenShot:
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Import Media: Start by importing both your video and audio files into OpenShot. You can do this by clicking the "+" button in the Project Files panel or by dragging and dropping the files directly into the panel.
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Drag and Drop onto Timeline: Drag your video file from the Project Files panel onto a track on the timeline (e.g., Track 1). Then, drag your audio file onto a different track on the timeline (e.g., Track 2).
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Synchronization: Align the audio and video so that they are synchronized. This usually involves listening to the audio and watching the video to ensure they match up correctly. You might need to trim or shift either the audio or video clip to achieve perfect sync. Use the razor tool to cut and remove unwanted sections.
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Adjust Audio Levels (Optional): If necessary, adjust the volume of the audio track so it's balanced with the video's original audio (if any) or other audio elements in your project. Right-click the audio clip, select "Volume," and then choose a preset or customize the volume level.
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Mute Original Video Audio (Optional): If your video has its own audio that you don't want to use, you can mute it. Right-click on the video clip, select "Volume," and reduce the volume to zero. Alternatively, detach the audio, as shown in some OpenShot tutorials. To detach the audio, right-click the video clip and find the “Separate Audio” option.
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Export: Once you are satisfied with the combined audio and video, export the project as a new video file. Click the "Export Video" button, choose your desired settings (resolution, frame rate, etc.), and click "Export Video" again.
It's important to experiment and familiarize yourself with OpenShot's interface to achieve the desired results. The references suggest elements might be deleted and the final product exported.
