Creating quality content for social networks often requires not only visual processing, but also careful work with the audio track. Sometimes the source video contains extraneous noise, poor-quality voice recording, or music that does not suit the mood of your project. In such situations, there is a need to completely mute sound or replace it with a new composition. The application InShot is one of the most popular video editors on the Android platform, providing intuitive tools for solving this task.
The process of removing audio in this editor is implemented as simply as possible and does not require deep knowledge in the field of video editing. The user can control the volume of the original video, as well as separately control the background music and recorded voice. This allows you to flexibly customize the final result, making the clip silent or filling it with completely new sound effects. In this article we will analyze in detail all the ways to work with audio channels.
It is worth noting that the application interface may differ slightly depending on the version InShot and model of your smartphone. However, the basic logic of the tools remains unchanged throughout the latest updates. Below are current methods that will help you quickly and effectively remove sound from a video on an Android device.
Basic method of muting the sound using the volume slider
The easiest and fastest way to make a video silent is to use the built-in volume control of the original clip. This method does not physically remove the audio track from the file, but only reduces its level to zero, which is visually and auditorily perceived as a complete absence of sound. To get started, you need to launch the application and create a new project by selecting the desired video from the gallery of your device.
After the video appears on the timeline, pay attention to the bottom toolbar. You will need to find an icon with a picture (notes) or the caption “Volume”. Clicking on this element will open the sound control menu, where you will see a slider responsible for the volume level of the original. Move this slider all the way to the left to the value 0.
Once you set the value to zero, the speaker icon next to the slider will change to a crossed out, signaling that the sound is muted. This action applies to the entire video at once, unless it has been previously split into parts. This approach is ideal when you need to quickly drown out wind noise or unintelligible speech without complex processing.
⚠️ Warning: If you plan to export video in a bitrate-sensitive format, make sure that muting the audio will not affect frame synchronization in older versions of codecs, although this is an issue in modern builds InShot solved.
☑️ Preparing for audio editing
After completing all the manipulations, be sure to play the video in the preview to make sure there is no sound. If everything went well, you can proceed to saving the project or adding a new music track. This method is standard for most simple editing tasks.
Complete removal of the original audio track
Unlike simply reducing the volume, complete audio removal involves physically removing the audio stream from the video file structure. This can be useful if you want to reduce the final file weight or avoid possible conflicts when overlaying multiple audio layers. In the interface InShot this function is often duplicated, but has its own peculiarities when working with the timeline.
To remove sound, select your video clip directly on the timeline (timeline) so that it is highlighted with a frame. In the bottom menu that appears, scroll the tools to the right until you find an option "Extract Audio" or a button with a picture of a speaker and a delete icon. In some versions of the interface, you just need to click on the speaker icon on the clip itself, if it is displayed.
If you use the extract function, the application will separate the audio from the video, turning it into a separate audio track located under the video sequence. After that, you can simply highlight this new audio track and press the Delete (trash) button. Thus, the video will remain visually intact, but will lose its audio component.
Using the full deletion method gives you more control over your project, especially if you're working with multi-layered compositions. You can easily replace the deleted audio with another without fear of the original recording cutting through the mix in quiet places.
Working with multiple clips and separate settings
Often a video consists of several fragments shot in different conditions. One piece can have great sound, while another has only noise. InShot allows you to adjust the volume or remove sound for each clip individually, which gives you great editing flexibility. To do this, you must first divide the video into parts.
Use the tool Split (icon with two brackets) to cut the video in places where the nature of the sound changes. After breaking down, highlight the specific segment that you want to make silent. Apply the procedure to reduce the volume to zero or delete the track as described in the previous sections.
The rest of the video can remain with sound or have a different volume. This technique is widely used in vlogs, where speech alternates with musical inserts or atmospheric shots without sound. It is important to ensure smooth transitions so that abruptly turning on or off the sound does not hurt your ears.
| Action | Tool | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Mute the sound | Volume slider on 0 | Sound is in the file, but not heard |
| Removing sound | Function “Extract” + “Delete” | Audio track physically removed |
| Partial disable | Clip division | Sound is available only in selected parts |
| Sound replacement | Delete + Music | The original is replaced with a new track |
When working With multiple clips, use the Copy function for volume settings so you don't have to manually adjust each clip if they require the same processing.
Separate adjustments take more time, but the result looks much more professional. The viewer will not be distracted by extraneous noise in those moments where only the picture is important.
Replacing the original sound with new music
Removing the sound in a video in Inshot on Android is often just the first step towards creating a full-fledged music video or dynamic video for TikTok and Instagram. After you have muted the original, it is logical to add a new composition from the built-in library of the application or from your phone’s memory.
Go to the section Music on the bottom panel. Here you can select tracks from the Trending, Effects categories, or upload your files by clicking on the folder icon. When adding a new track, make sure that the original audio is still muted, otherwise there will be a mess of noise and melody.
The new audio track will appear under the video. You can trim it, move it along the timeline and adjust the volume separately from the video. This allows you to create the perfect balance where the music doesn't overwhelm important visual accents if you decide to bring back your voice in certain moments.
⚠️ Warning: When using popular music from the InShot library, be aware of the copyright rules of social networks. For commercial accounts, it's safer to use licensed tracks or copyright-free music.
How to avoid copyright issues?
If you plan to monetize videos on YouTube, using tracks from InShot's built-in library may result in monetization being blocked. It is better to use services with free music such as YouTube Audio Library or Epidemic Sound, uploading files manually through the “My Tracks” option.
Sound replacement opens up wide creative possibilities. You can synchronize frame changes with the beat of the music, creating rhythmic and exciting content that holds the attention of the audience.
Customize sound effects and transitions
In addition to the basic soundtrack, InShot offers a rich set of sound effects (SFX) and audio transitions. Even if you've removed the main audio, adding effects can bring your video to life. The sounds of steps, claps, whistles or nature are added through the same menu Music, in the "Effects" tab.
An important function is to adjust the sound attenuation (Fade In / Fade Out). If you added music after removing the original audio, the abrupt start or end of the song may sound unnatural. Click on the audio track and select the fadeout option, setting the duration in seconds.
It is also worth paying attention to the tool "Volume" for the effects themselves. Often the built-in sounds are too loud and drown out everything around. Adjust their level individually so that they serve as a pleasant accent rather than an irritant.
The competent use of sound effects and smooth transitions makes silent video lively and professional, compensating for the lack of original recording.
Experiment with overlaying layers of sound. You can have one track with music, a second with effects and a third with voice-over, while the original sound of the video will be completely removed.
Exporting video without sound: saving settings
The final stage of work is saving the finished project. Even if you've muted the sound on your timeline, it's important to check your export settings. When you press the button Save (or the arrow in the upper right corner), a menu for selecting resolution and frame rate opens.
This menu also displays the sound indicator. Make sure the speaker icon is not active or the export volume slider is set to off if your version has this option. Usually the application automatically picks up the timeline settings, but double-checking will not be superfluous.
Select the appropriate resolution, for example 1080pand frame rate 30 or 60 FPS for smoothness. Click the save button and wait for the rendering process to complete. The finished file will be saved in the gallery of your smartphone.
⚠️ Attention: The process of exporting video in high resolution may take time and significantly drain the battery. It is recommended to have a device charge of at least 20-30% before saving long videos.
After saving, be sure to open the video through a standard Android player to make sure that there is really no sound. This ensures that the file is processed correctly and ready to be shared on social networks or sent to friends.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I restore the audio if I accidentally saved a video without it?
Unfortunately, after saving a video to a file without audio, it is impossible to restore the original audio track inside that particular file. You will have to return to the project in the application InShot (if it is not deleted), turn the sound back on and save the video again. Always save projects within the application before the final export.
Why did the video start to slow down after removing the sound?
Usually removing audio does not affect playback performance. If you notice stuttering, check your export resolution - it may be too high for your device. Also try clearing the app cache in Android settings or rebooting your smartphone.
Is the sound permanently removed or is it simply hidden?
When you use the volume slider to zero, the sound is hidden, but technically may be present in the file container. When using the extract and delete track function, the audio is completely removed from the project. When exported to the final file, silent sections do not take up space for the audio stream.
Is it possible to mute the sound only in a certain part of the video?
Yes, to do this you need to use the tool Splitto select the desired section, and then turn off the volume only for this fragment. The remaining parts of the video will remain with audio.
Does removing audio affect the size of the final file?
Yes, a video without an audio track weighs a little less than a similar video with audio, since there is no need to encode and store the audio stream. However, the bulk of the weight of the video falls on the video sequence, so the difference may not be very significant for short videos.