Audacity: Splitting clips with the Scissors tool

Demo summary
The demo showcases the new split tool, including the 'S' key temporary trigger and the ability to split across all tracks simultaneously using the Shift key.
Step-by-step
- Click on the split button to activate the scissors icon
- Click on a clip to chop it up
- Hold down the 'S' key to temporarily trigger the split mode
- Release the 'S' key to return to the normal cursor
- Drag from left to right with the tool activated to cut a hole in a clip
- Hold down the SHIFT key to extend the split line across all tracks
Options
- Use the 'S' key as a temporary trigger instead of clicking the split button
- Split across all tracks simultaneously using the SHIFT key
Tips
- Use the 'S' key hold-and-release method to quickly chop clips without permanently switching tools
Highlights
“practicality trumped idealism”
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