Getting StartedCan I use CueLyrics offline? +
The core editing workflow is designed for local Mac use. Project editing, lyric timing, beat analysis, rendering and supported local transcription or generative tools can run on your Mac once any required local models are installed. Features that call an online service, such as this website support assistant, require internet access.
Getting StartedWhich audio formats can I import? +
CueLyrics supports WAV, MP3, M4A, AAC, AIFF and FLAC audio files.
Lyrics & TimingDoes lyric transcription upload my song? +
The built-in audio-to-text workflow is designed to run locally on your Mac. You can review the detected segments and timing before importing them into your project.
Lyrics & TimingCan lyrics snap to the beat? +
Yes. CueLyrics can detect beats offline and show beat markers on the timeline. You can snap lyric timing to those beats, use tap tempo, or quantise timing when you want a more musical alignment.
Lyrics & TimingCan I animate lyrics word by word? +
Yes. Word-level timing can drive karaoke styles including Word Fill, Pop, Glow, Underline, Highlight, Bounce, Cascade and Burst.
Visuals & MotionDo AI backgrounds run locally? +
The optional AI background workflow is designed around a locally installed model. After generating a background, CueLyrics can create local motion and reusable looping scenes from it.
Visuals & MotionCan backgrounds react to the music? +
Yes. The app can analyse bass, mids, treble, onsets and beats and use those signals to influence supported background motion, glow, stage lighting and other reactive effects.
Export & ReleaseCan I export in 4K? +
Projects can be created at 1080p or 4K in landscape, vertical or square formats, with supported frame rates from 24 to 60 fps.
Projects & TroubleshootingWhat happens if a project cannot find a media file? +
The Media Management panel can show missing references and lets you safely relink compatible media by type and name. It can also help identify unused packaged assets.
Projects & TroubleshootingCan I recover work after the app closes unexpectedly? +
The project workflow includes autosave and crash-recovery handling so recoverable work can be restored or discarded when you reopen the app.
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Export & ReleaseDoes it support vertical video for Shorts, TikTok and Reels? +
Yes. The app supports 9:16 projects and includes platform-oriented presets and safe guides for YouTube Shorts, TikTok and Instagram Reels, as well as 16:9 and square output.