Create a sequence to bundle multiple tracks—like camera angles, mic inputs, or screen recordings—and edit them as a single unit from your script.
This guide walks through several ways to create a sequence in Descript. If you’re new to sequences or unsure when to use them, start with our sequence overview.
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Create a sequence when importing files
When you drag multiple files into your composition, Descript will prompt you to combine them into a sequence.
- Drag your media files into the script panel of your composition.
- When prompted, assign speaker labels to each file—Descript will apply them throughout the transcript.
- Click Combine into sequence. If you choose Keep separate, Descript will add your files one after the other without creating a sequence.
The sequence will appear in your script and timeline as a single item. You can now edit all tracks together from the script. Learn more about editing your video from the transcript →
Need to re-align your sequence?
Creating a sequence this way bundles your files together but doesn’t automatically sync or time them. If your files aren’t already aligned, you may need to adjust timing in the Sequence Editor.
Other ways to create a sequence
From existing project files
If your files are already in your project, select them in the Project panel, right-click, and choose Create sequence. Descript will bundle them and open the Sequence Editor so you can adjust alignment if needed.
Start with an empty sequence
Click the three-dot menu (···) in the Project panel under Files and select Create sequence. The Sequence Editor will open where you can manually add files and build your sequence.
Don't forget: Add your sequence to the script
After you create a sequence, it’s stored in the Sequences folder in your Project panel — but it won’t appear in your script until you add it.
To add it, drag the sequence into the script or click Insert into script. If you can’t find your sequence, make sure the Sequences folder is expanded in the Project panel.
Until it’s added to the script, you won’t be able to edit the sequence or view its transcript.