How to Add Background Music in Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Add Background Music in Descript: step-by-step guide
Import your background music into your Descript project by clicking on + or Add composition.
Import background music by uploading it.
Once your music file is imported, you can drag it onto the timeline where you want it to appear.
Drop it onto an empty track on the timeline.
Right click on the background music and select Add volume keyframe to adjust the volume.
Use the volume slider in the timeline to lower the volume as needed.
Quick answer: To add background music in Descript, import your music file by uploading it, drag and drop the file onto an empty track on the timeline, and adjust the volume by right-clicking to add a volume keyframe and using the volume slider.
About this Descript tutorial
Easily add background music to your Descript project by uploading audio, placing it on the timeline, and adjusting the volume with keyframes. This guide shows how to add Background Music in Descript in 6 steps, starting with "Import your background music into your Descript project by clicking on + or Add composi..." and finishing with "Use the volume slider in the timeline to lower the volume as needed". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Background Music in Descript?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Add Captions in Descript, How to add checkbox in jira description and How to Add Descriptions to Issues in Linear. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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