On the post-recording editing screen, tap the “Volume” icon to reveal two sliders: “Original Sound” (your recorded audio) and “Added Sound” (your selected music). Drag the sliders to your preferred levels to balance the audio mix and tap “Done.”
This guide provides the exact technical steps to manage audio levels within the 2026 TikTok editor. It focuses exclusively on using the volume sliders to balance your background music and original recordings.
Step-by-Step: Adjusting Audio Levels
Follow these instructions to find the exact sliders for balancing your sound:
- Enter the Editor: After recording your video, tap the red checkmark to reach the editing studio.
- Locate Volume Settings: Tap the “Volume” icon located in the editing toolbar.
- Balance the Sliders:
- Original Sound: This slider controls the audio captured by your microphone during recording.
- Added Sound: This slider controls the volume of the music or sound effect you chose. If you haven’t selected a track yet, you’ll need to add a sound before its volume slider becomes available.
- Save Changes: Once you have found the perfect balance, tap “Done” to return to the main editing screen.
These sliders control the audio mix in your exported video file. The levels you set here will be permanent for the viewer once the video is published.
What This Does NOT Do
This tool only controls the output volume of your specific video project; it does not adjust your app’s notification sounds or the playback volume of other videos in your feed.
Conclusion & Next Step
Balancing your audio is a critical step in professional content creation. Once you have perfected your sound levels, the next logical step to improve your video’s quality is to enhance the visuals. You can explore our guide on how to find effects on TikTok to discover trending filters that complement your audio.
After adjusting your audio, you might want to find the perfect soundtrack for your next project. Learn how to browse and select from millions of tracks in our guide on how to find sounds on TikTok.
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