Automatic Scrolling

Stage Traxx can automatically scroll lyrics during playback, keeping the current section visible without manual intervention. Enable this feature in Autoscroll settings.

Songs with time codes in their lyrics always follow those time codes. For all other songs, the Autoscroll Behavior setting selects between two modes: Classic constant speed scrolling and Continuous scrolling.

Constant Speed Scrolling

The default mode scrolls lyrics at a constant rate synchronized with the song's progress. You can adjust the scroll speed during playback using the speed controls on the right side of the content area in the main player screen:

The speed value determines how quickly the lyrics scroll relative to the song duration. A speed of 1.00 means the last lyrics line appears when the song ends. A speed of 2.00 scrolls twice as fast, showing the last line halfway through the song. Values below 1.00 rarely make sense, as the final lines would never be displayed before the song finishes.

To calibrate the scroll speed for a song:

1. Select the song in the player
2. Move the position slider to approximately 75% of the song
3. Start playback
4. Adjust the speed until the lyrics align with the current playback position

Continuous Scrolling

Continuous scrolling is an alternative mode for lyrics without time codes. Instead of spreading the scrolling across the song duration, the lyrics start moving at a fixed tempo the moment playback begins and keep moving at that tempo.

The practical difference is what happens when the lyrics drift out of position. In classic mode you correct the speed; in continuous mode you correct the position:

1. Drag the lyrics up or down to the line you are actually singing.
2. Release. Scrolling immediately carries on at the same fixed tempo from the new position.

There is nothing to re-sync and no speed to recalibrate — which makes this mode well suited to songs whose structure varies between performances, long jams, or a lyrics sheet that you follow loosely.

Adjust the tempo with the same speed controls on the right side of the content area. The value is saved per song.

Time-Coded Lyrics

For precise synchronization, you can embed timestamps directly into your lyrics. Stage Traxx automatically switches to time-coded mode when it detects timestamps in the lyrics. During playback, the currently active segment can be highlighted to help you follow along. Enable this in Autoscroll settings where you can also choose the highlight style and screen position.

Timestamps use the format [MM:SS] or [MM:SS.xxx] (compatible with standard LRC lyrics files). Minutes and seconds must always be two digits (e.g., 01:05 not 1:5). The fractional seconds are optional and can be one to three digits, where .5 equals 500ms and .55 equals 550ms.

[00:15]First line of the verse
[00:19.50]Second line of the verse
[00:23.00]Third line of the verse

By default the lyrics jump to the next position each time a time code is reached. Enable Smooth Timecoded Scroll to glide between time codes instead, which is easier on the eyes when your time codes are far apart.

Creating Time-Coded Lyrics

The lyrics editor includes a built-in player to help you create time-coded lyrics. Position your cursor where you want the timestamp, then tap the timestamp button to insert the current playback time. After inserting a timestamp, the cursor automatically moves to the beginning of the next non-empty line.

This enables a fast workflow for timestamping an entire song: start playback and tap the timestamp button at the correct moment for each lyrics line. The cursor advances automatically, so you can timestamp the whole song in a single pass.

Adjusting Timing Offset

If you import lyrics with timestamps that are slightly off, you can apply a global offset to all timestamps. Add an offset tag at the beginning of your lyrics:

[offset:+500]

This shifts all timestamps by the specified number of milliseconds. Use positive values to delay and negative values to advance the timing.