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BReynolds1
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November 13, 2009
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Corrupt Audio Files

  • November 13, 2009
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When creating a narrated demonstration, I am able to import audio files (mp3) with no problem. The problem occurs once I edit the audio from within Captivate (this applies to Captivate 3 and 4). For example, I may import a single audio file (1) that contains narration for Slides 1 & 2. I will then need to duplicate and rename that file (2) -- editing file 1 to contain only the narration for Slide 1 and file 2 with only the narration for Slide 2. In Edit View, the audio is correct, but once the project is published, files 1 and 2 both revert to the original (unedited) audio file. The only workaround we have found is to edit the audio before importing it into Captivate. This works, but it is a hassle. It would be much simpler to edit the audio from within Captivate. Has anyone else experienced this, or can someone explain why this may be happening? Thanks.

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Scout's Mom
Inspiring
December 2, 2009

I edit and process all my audio outside Captivate and only use the Captivate audio editor for last-minute, minor fixes.

I use the Notes area of each slide for the scripting for that slide and record using SoundForge which has a nifty "Create a new window for each take" setting.  You record the audio for a slide, press spacebar to stop recording, press spacebar again to open a new audio file window, record, spacebar, spacebar, etc.  Very speedy!  -Leslie

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Anonymous
December 4, 2009

Hi Leslie,

I have also used SoundForge which is a great audio editing tool. More recently since I have the Adobe eLearning Suite I have been able to take advantage of the batch audio processing feature that has been integrated it Adobe Soundbooth for eLS users. It is just so easy, you select all the files you want to batch process - such as apply volume correction - and choose Edit in Soundbooth. You have made you changes you then just choose File > Save all and all the WAV files autoamatically imported again into Captivate.

If anyone is thinking of upgrading to the Adobe eLearning Suite then this is one reason why this suite is definitely worth considering.

Best - Mark

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Scout's Mom
Inspiring
December 4, 2009

Mark,

Thanks for the tip.  I've been using Goldwave (very inexpensive) for batch processing, which isn't anywhere as easy as what you're describing.  I'll definitely look into SoundBooth!  --Leslie

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