You can convert an audio object to MP3 (.mp3) and compress it, if necessary.
When you convert an object, all instances of the resource are changed throughout project.
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Converting to MP3 is only available to relevant file types. You can also convert relevant file types within the Resource Manager. See Converting audio and video for more information. |
To convert an audio object:
Select the audio object, right-click, and choose Convert to MP3 or do one of the following to display the Properties ribbon and select Convert to MP3:
In the Project Explorer, double-click the graphic of the audio object.
In the Project Explorer, right-click the graphic and select Properties.
In the work area, double-click the audio object.
In the work area, right-click the audio object and select Properties.
The Convert to MP3 window opens.
Select the file type to convert to as MP3 and use the Compression Level slider to select a compression level.
Higher compression levels will result in smaller files, but the quality of the media will deteriorate as compression increases.
Click Convert.
When the conversion completes, the compression results are displayed and you are asked whether to use the new file.
Click Yes. Otherwise, click No to restore the file to its original type.
The audio object is converted.
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