This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to install the FFmpeg library for Audacity. FFmpeg enables Audacity to import and export a wider range of audio formats such as M4A, WMA, and more.
Step 1: Download FFmpeg
Visit the official FFmpeg download page for Audacity:
https://lame.buanzo.org/ffmpeg.php
Choose the appropriate installer for your system (e.g., 64-bit Windows).
Step 2: Install FFmpeg
Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions:
1. Accept the license agreement.
2. Choose the default installation location (e.g., C:\Program Files\FFmpeg for Audacity).
3. Complete the installation.
Step 3: Restart Audacity
After installation, restart Audacity. It should automatically detect the FFmpeg library.
Step 4: Manually Locate FFmpeg (if not auto-detected)
If Audacity does not detect FFmpeg automatically, follow these steps:
1. Open Audacity.
2. Go to Edit > Preferences > Libraries.
3. Click the 'Locate...' button next to FFmpeg Library.
4. If prompted that FFmpeg was not found, click 'Browse...'.
5. Navigate to the FFmpeg installation folder and select the appropriate DLL file (e.g., avformat-60.dll).
6. Click 'Open', then 'OK' to confirm.
Step 5: Verify Installation
Return to Preferences > Libraries in Audacity and confirm that the FFmpeg library version is displayed.
