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Plugin (noun)

Type: noun

Pronunciation: /plug-in/

Also spelled or known as: Plug-in, Audio Plugin, Audio Plug-in

Plural: Plugins

What does Plugin mean?

A piece of software that can be used with a DAW to expand its functionality.

A plugin is a piece of software that can be used with a DAW to expand its functionality. Plugins usually expand the capabilities of a DAW. Plugins come in different file formats, like VST, AU, and AAX. Plugins are self-contained pieces of code that can be “plugged in” or you can “plug in” to your DAWs to enhance their functionality.

Plugin synonyms: Preset

Example sentence: “I’m gonna send you a fast plugin I use.”

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