Read Native Metadata Properties from WAV Files in .NET

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to utilize GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET to extract native metadata properties from WAV audio files. GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET is a powerful library that allows developers to read, update, and remove metadata associated with various file formats, including WAV files.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following prerequisites:

• Visual Studio installed on your machine
• GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET library installed (Download here)
• Basic understanding of C# and .NET development

Import Namespaces

Start by importing the necessary namespaces in your C# project:

using System;
using GroupDocs.Metadata;
using GroupDocs.Formats.Audio;

Step 1: Load the WAV File

First, instantiate a Metadata object by providing the path to your WAV file:

using (Metadata metadata = new Metadata("YourInputFile.wav"))
{
    // Continue with the next steps...
}

Step 2: Access WAV Metadata

Next, retrieve the root package of the metadata and cast it to a WavRootPackage to access specific WAV properties:

var root = metadata.GetRootPackage<WavRootPackage>();
if (root.WavPackage != null)
{
    // Continue with accessing metadata properties...
}

Step 3: Read Metadata Properties

Now, you can access and display different native metadata properties of the WAV file:

Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.AudioFormat);
Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.BitsPerSample);
Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.BlockAlign);
Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.ByteRate);
Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.NumberOfChannels);
Console.WriteLine(root.WavPackage.SampleRate);

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you’ve learned how to leverage GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET to extract native metadata properties from WAV files using C#. This library provides a straightforward approach to interact with metadata, enabling developers to build robust applications that handle metadata efficiently.

FAQ’s

What is GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET?

GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET is a .NET library that allows developers to work with metadata in various file formats programmatically.

Can I modify metadata using GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET?

Yes, this library supports reading, updating, and removing metadata properties from supported file formats.

Where can I find the documentation for GroupDocs.Metadata?

You can access the complete documentation here.

Is there a free trial available for GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET?

Yes, you can download a free trial version here.

How can I get support for GroupDocs.Metadata for .NET?

For technical assistance, visit the GroupDocs.Metadata forum.