How to Add a Pause in Descript

Quick summary

Adding a pause in Descript is done by inserting a gap clip directly onto your timeline, giving you precise control over silence duration in your audio or video project. This method lets editors fine-tune pacing without re-recording or destructive edits.

Steps

1. Open your Descript project from the recent projects view.
2. Navigate to the timeline where your audio or video is located.
3. Right-click on the specific point in the timeline where you want to add the pause.
4. Select "Add gap clip" from the context menu to insert a brief silence at that location.
5. Adjust the duration of the silence by dragging the edges of the gap clip on the timeline.