Installing Audacity on Mac with OS X High Sierra DMG

If you're looking to install Audacity on your Mac running OS X High Sierra, you'll need to follow a few steps to ensure a smooth installation process. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of installing and configuring Audacity using the DMG file.

Step 1: Downloading Additional Plugins

Before you start the installation process, it's worth noting that you can download additional plugins to enhance your Audacity experience. These plugins can be used to add effects and filters to your audio files. To clean up any duplicate plugins, make sure to move them to the new Audacity Plug-Ins folder at ~/Library/Application Support/audacity/Plug-Ins.

Step 2: Ejecting the DMG File

Once you've downloaded the DMG file, eject it by clicking on the eject button at the bottom left of your Finder window. Then, launch Audacity.app from either the /Applications folder or a location of your choice.

Important

Do not double-click the 'Audacity' icon in the DMG file to launch Audacity from there. Instead, drag the 'Audacity.app' icon to any other location on your Mac. Alternatively, you can also drag the icon to the /Applications folder.

Step 3: Installing Audacity

Double-click the downloaded DMG file to mount it. If you're using the optional FFmpeg library, make sure to download the appropriate version for your Mac.

Additional Tips and Precautions

Before installing Audacity, make sure to view all checksums and read further details on online safety. Additionally, if you still have an 'Audacity' installation folder from a previous version before 3.2.0, you may see working duplicates of Audacity's shipped Nyquist plugins in the Generate, Effect or Analyze Menu.

In this article, we've outlined the steps to install Audacity on your Mac running OS X High Sierra using the DMG file. By following these simple steps, you'll be able to enjoy all the features and functionality of Audacity on your Mac. Remember to download additional plugins to enhance your audio editing experience.

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