CrewTalk
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Waveform Styles

When someone transmits on PTT (including you), a waveform visualization appears above the PTT button alongside the speaker's name. CrewTalk offers four distinct visual styles to personalize your experience.

Available Styles

Sine Wave

A smooth, flowing oscillation line. Two overlaid waves create a layered effect with a 750ms animation cycle. Classic and clean.

Bars

Fifteen vertical bars that oscillate like an equalizer. Each bar has a staggered phase for a natural, rhythmic feel. 400ms oscillation cycle.

Rings

Three concentric rings that pulse outward from the center. 900ms cycle with 300ms stagger between rings. Minimal and elegant.

Blob

An organic, morphing shape that flows smoothly. Eight control points with Catmull-Rom spline interpolation create a natural, liquid look. 2000ms cycle for a relaxed feel.

Changing Your Style

1

Open Settings

Tap the gear icon next to the channel indicator to open Settings.

2

Find Audio Section

Scroll to the Audio section.

3

Tap Waveform Style

Tap Waveform Style to open the style picker.

4

Select Your Style

Choose from Sine Wave, Bars, Rings, or Blob. The change applies immediately.

Technical Details

All waveform animations are built with:

  • React Native Reanimated for 60fps UI-thread animations
  • SVG rendering for crisp, resolution-independent visuals
  • Full screen width for maximum visual impact
  • Animations respond to audio activity — they activate when someone is transmitting and rest when the channel is quiet
💡 Tip

Try each style to find the one that feels right. Some people prefer the classic Sine Wave, while others like the modern Blob. It's purely aesthetic — pick what you enjoy looking at during long shoots.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Waveform styles are purely visual — they don't affect how audio is captured, transmitted, or played back.
No. Your waveform style is a personal preference stored on your device. Each person can choose their own style independently.