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Repurpose video recordings and meeting clips into audio files to help learning and sharing in the workplace. Cater to different accessibility needs, information learning styles, and even social media and podcast formats by easily converting MP4 to MP3 files using Clipchamp for work.
Learn how to download meeting audio or dialogue, video voiceovers, and music tracks without detaching audio from video with audio-only exports. Also get inspired with useful ideas to use audio clips in the workplace.
How to save MP3 audio from work videos
Step 1. Import or record video and add to the timeline
To import video footage, click on the import media button in the your media tab on the toolbar to browse your computer files, or connect your OneDrive to view media from your organization’s SharePoint.
Alternatively, record a video with webcam in the record and create tab on the toolbar. Follow the prompts to save a high quality webcam recording.
Next, drag and drop the recording video onto the timeline to edit before saving as an MP3 audio file.
Step 2. Remove silences and trim audio
Automatically find and delete unwanted silences from the footage using the sparkle icon button in the timeline toolbar. The time-saving AI auto cut feature will review the footage and suggest removing pauses longer than three seconds. Review the suggestions on the timeline, and click on the remove all button to proceed.
Users can also manually trim video length. Select the video clip so it’s highlighted and drag the trim handles to the left or right to achieve the right length.
Step 3. Adjust audio volume
Ensure the audio track is loud and clear by adjusting the volume of the clip. Click on the audio tab on the property panel, then drag the volume slider left and right. The volume can be increased up to 200% of the original track volume. To decrease the volume or mute the clip, slide to the left.
Step 4. Export as audio file
To download as an MP3 file, click on the export button then expand the quality tab by clicking more options. Select audio-only export option, which saves only the audio from the video project. Next, update the file name, choose the OneDrive location, and click on the export button to save the high-quality audio file.
Five ways to use MP3 audio files at work
Turn meeting recordings into accessible voice clips that are easy to consume for work colleagues with diverse needs.
Repurpose explainer videos and training videos into audio-only clips that can be listened to offline or on-the-move.
Convert company announcements and strategy videos into podcast audio recordings to distribute across media channels.
Create an audio backup of large video recordings in the workplace SharePoint save internet bandwidth.
Generate voice clips to narrate PowerPoint presentations, or re-use on work social media videos.
Now that you're an expert in audio conversion, learn about more ways to polish workplace videos like adding video captions, and saving custom video templates.
Get started making video for your business with Clipchamp for work or download the Microsoft Clipchamp Windows app.
