> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://cotovan.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How to Remove and Restore Gaps or Pauses in Riverside - URL: https://cotovan.com/post/how-to-remove-and-restore-gaps-or-pauses-in-riverside/ - Published: 2025-06-04T12:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-18T12:22:11.000Z - Author: Cristi Cotovan - Tags: Riverside.FM Articles Long pauses and gaps can make podcast recordings feel slow and awkward. Riverside's **Remove Pauses** feature in the AI Producer panel lets you automatically cut gaps from your recording — and restore them if you remove too much. This guide walks you through using the pause removal slider, understanding the different pace settings, and reverting changes when needed. ## Where to Find Remove Pauses Open your project in the Riverside editor and click **AI Producer** in the right sidebar. Under **Refine content**, you'll see **Remove pauses** with a count of how many pauses were detected and the total time they represent. ![AI Producer panel showing Remove pauses with 1437 pauses detected totaling 13 minutes 14 seconds](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/06/riverside-remove-gaps-ai-producer-panel.jpg) The AI Producer panel shows exactly how many pauses exist and how much time they take up. ## Using the Pace Slider Click **Apply** next to Remove pauses. Riverside opens a slider that controls how aggressively pauses are removed. The slider ranges from **Natural pace** (gentle, only removes pauses 3 seconds or longer) to **Super fast** (removes pauses as short as 0.5 seconds). ![Remove pauses slider set to Natural pace — 3s and more](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/06/riverside-remove-gaps-natural-pace-slider.jpg) Natural pace removes only the longest pauses (3 seconds or more) — keeping conversation flow intact. ### Understanding the Slider Settings As you drag the slider from left to right, Riverside removes progressively shorter pauses: - **Natural pace (3s+)** — Gentle removal, keeps natural breathing room - **Balanced pace (1.5s+)** — Middle ground, good for most podcasts - **Super fast (0.5s+)** — Aggressive, removes nearly all gaps ![Slider showing 30 pauses cut totaling 55.1 seconds](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/06/riverside-remove-gaps-30-pauses-cut.jpg) At a lower setting, only 30 pauses are removed (55 seconds total). ![Slider at mid position showing 120 pauses cut totaling 2 minutes 41 seconds with Revert to original button](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/06/riverside-remove-gaps-120-pauses-revert.jpg) Moving the slider higher removes 120 pauses (2 minutes 41 seconds). The "Revert to original" button is always available. ## Restoring Removed Pauses Made it too tight? Click **Revert to original** to undo all pause removal and start fresh. You can also readjust the slider to a different position — the changes update in real time. ![Slider at maximum showing 1437 pauses cut totaling 13 minutes 14 seconds](https://storage.ghost.io/c/5b/aa/5baa4306-14e9-442c-8242-49463a36912f/content/images/2026/06/riverside-remove-gaps-max-removal.jpg) At the maximum "Super fast" setting, all 1437 pauses are removed — saving over 13 minutes. Use Revert to original to bring them back. ## Tips for Best Results - **Start with Balanced pace** — it works well for most podcast conversations without making speech sound rushed - **Preview before exporting** — play back sections to make sure the conversation still sounds natural - **Combine with other AI Producer tools** — after removing pauses, use **Remove filler words** to cut "ums" and "ahs" for an even cleaner result - **You can always revert** — pause removal is non-destructive, so experiment freely ## Try Riverside Ready to clean up your podcast recordings? [Try Riverside free](https://cotovan.com/riverside) and use the AI Producer to remove pauses, filler words, and more — all without manual editing. If you’re eager to learn more about Riverside and wish to have ****a one-on-one Riverside coaching session**, feel free to [book a call with me](https://cotovan.com/coaching). I’m here to help you with any questions you have and to guide you through the best workflows, tips, workarounds, or just answer any questions you may have! [Book a session ](https://cotovan.com/coaching) ## Free Riverside Tips, Tricks, and Training in Your Inbox I create regular training content on [Riverside.fm](https://cotovan.com/riverside) \- if you're trying to learn the platform, I intend to teach all the ins and outs. Subscribe here and when a new article or video goes live, you'll be the first to know! Subscribe for free Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.