How to search for still images with "voice memo" audio files embedded

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September 10, 2021
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My Fujifilm X series cameras allow me to record a voice memo that is imported with the image file into Lightroom Classic. It's a separate WAV file that shows up in LR's metadata panel when present.

The entire "audio file" row disappears when there's no audio file.

See attached MacOS Finder screenshot and screenshot from Library > Metadata.

Is there a way to search metadata for images that have this audio sidecar? I don't see anything in the Metadata Search dropdown for this.

See attached images.

macOS

Correct answer Ian Lyons

I don't believe there's any built-in method of filtering / searching for images with 'Voice Annotations'. However, the 'Any Filter' plugin by John Ellis https://johnrellis.com/lightroom/anyfilter.htm

has an option for filtering on 'Wav' files

John is a frequent participant on this forum. So, should be able to explain how it works if you need help.

Ian Lyons

Correct answer

Community Expert

I don't believe there's any built-in method of filtering / searching for images with 'Voice Annotations'. However, the 'Any Filter' plugin by John Ellis https://johnrellis.com/lightroom/anyfilter.htm

has an option for filtering on 'Wav' files

John is a frequent participant on this forum. So, should be able to explain how it works if you need help.

snsokAuthor

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@9767695 Wow, that is just perfect! Exactly what I was looking for. I've now located all my images with WAV notes.

Thanks so much. Very appreciated.

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