How do I apply all the effects from a previous file to a new one?

Audacity 3 Help Forum
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Hi, would it be possible to use all the presets from an old file? I just installed Audacity on my new PC, and I can’t remember the exact settings I used. However, I still have the latest project file I worked on.

I opened it on my new PC, but I don’t know how to apply all the previous presets to a new file because everything appears blank. The audio from the old file sounded very smooth. I tried adjusting the compressor on the new file, but it doesn’t feel the same.

How can I copy all the settings or effects from the old project to a new one?

Please help this is really frustrating

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Your old PC contains a folder which contains your Audcaity filter presets …
https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/preferences.html#stored
If you transplant a copy to your new PC it should function like the old version :crossed_fingers:

The project file does not “remember” its history. :disappointed_face:

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My old PC is gone. I don’t have it with me anymore I only have all the previous works with me. So there’s no option left? even though I still have an old file?

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Unfortunately the project file does not keep a copy of the history: the record of effects applied.

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A lot of pro recording/mixing/mastering engineers keep detailed notes. :wink:

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Were you using real-time effects, or effects you applied one at a time from the Effects menu?

If it was real-time effects, you may be able to open the old project file, delete all the audio and then import new audio with the same effects. I have never tried this myself, but it might work.