How to Fade Audio in Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Fade Audio in Descript: step-by-step guide
Open the Descript project that contains the audio you want to edit.
Click on the audio clip you want to apply the fade effect to.
Hover your cursor over the left edge of the audio clip, you’ll see a small fade handle appear at the beginning of the clip.
Click and drag the fade handle to the right to increase the fade-in duration.
Click and drag the fade handle to the left to adjust the duration of the fade-out effect.
Once you're satisfied with the fade, make sure to save your project by clicking "Publish".
Quick answer: To apply a fade in Descript, open your project, click the audio clip, hover over the left edge to find the fade handle, drag it to the right for a fade-in or left to adjust the fade-out, and click Publish to save your project.
About this Descript tutorial
Easily adjust audio fades in Descript by dragging the clip handles and saving your project with Publish. This guide shows how to fade Audio in Descript in 6 steps, starting with "Open the Descript project that contains the audio you want to edit" and finishing with "Once you're satisfied with the fade, make sure to save your project by clicking 'Publish' ". 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 fade Audio 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 Fade Music in Descript, How to Give Descript Permission to Record Audio and How to Identify Speakers in Descript. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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