Audacity 4 is getting a major facelift and numerous improvements

Audacity, the popular audio editing software, is undergoing a major overhaul with the upcoming release of version 4, scheduled for early 2026. The update aims to simplify the user experience and modernize the interface, which has been criticized for becoming increasingly cluttered over time. The development team, led by product manager Martin Keary, has worked to reduce "Audacity says no" situations, where the program previously refused to perform certain actions without clear explanations. Improvements include smoother handling of audio clips, fewer limiting modes, individual track meters, and simpler tools for trimming and time stretching. Audacity 4 will also feature a more customizable and easy-to-read interface. The controversial Sync Lock feature is being replaced by a clearer way to keep multiple audio tracks synchronized. The video walkthrough provides a detailed look at the upcoming changes and enhancements to the popular audio editing software.