What chord track does
- Detects and generates chords from your audio automatically
- Syncs chords to the music so they change at the right moment
- Displays chords in Inline mode (above the lyrics) or Grid mode (as a chart)
- Supports multiple notation styles: Pop, Jazz, Nashville, and Maj/Min
- Lets you transpose chords up or down by semitone
- Lets you apply a virtual capo position for guitar-oriented practice
Enable chord track
Open your project in the Studio
Navigate to online.youka.io and open the project you want to study.
Generate chords
Click Generate Chords
In the Chord Track card, click Generate Chords. Youka analyzes your audio and detects the chord progression.
Wait for processing
Generation time depends on song length and current queue load. A progress indicator shows when it is complete.
Configure chord display
Once chords are generated, tune the view to match your practice style.Display mode
- Inline
- Grid
Chords appear directly above the lyrics at the moment they change. Use this mode when you want to see chord and lyric phrasing together — ideal for following the song as you play.
Notation style
Choose the chord naming convention that matches how you learned to read chords:| Style | Example |
|---|---|
| Pop | C, Am, F, G |
| Jazz | Cmaj7, Am7, Fmaj7, G7 |
| Nashville | 1, 6m, 4, 5 |
| Maj/Min | C major, A minor, F major, G major |
Transpose
Shift every chord up or down by semitones to find a key that suits your instrument or vocal range:- Positive values (e.g., +2) shift chords higher.
- Negative values (e.g., -3) shift chords lower.
- Use the Transpose control in the Layout panel.
Capo
Apply a virtual capo position for guitar players who want to use open chord shapes:- Set the Capo value in the Layout panel to the fret number.
- Chords update to show the shapes you would play with that capo in place.
Use cases
Learning a new song
Generate chords, switch to Inline mode, and play along at reduced speed using the Speed control in the Audio panel.
Rehearsal preparation
Use Grid mode to print or memorize the full progression before a practice session.
Harmonic analysis
Switch to Nashville notation to understand chord function and how the progression relates to the key.
Transposing to another key
Use the Transpose control to shift the song to a key that suits your instrument or voice without re-generating chords.
Suggested practice routine
Play through the full song once
Identify the sections where chord changes are challenging or unfamiliar.
Slow down and repeat hard sections
Use the Speed control in the Audio panel to reduce playback speed for those sections only.
Try 2–3 transpose values
Experiment with the Transpose control to find the key where the chord shapes feel most comfortable.
Tips
- Start with a Simple or Basic notation variant if the chord names feel overwhelming.
- Switch between Inline and Grid as you progress — Grid for memorizing structure, Inline for playing along.
- If the detected key looks wrong, check whether the song uses a non-standard tuning or key signature. You can use Transpose to correct it manually.
- After changing arrangement settings, revisit the generated chords to make sure they still align correctly.
Related
Layout options
Overview of all layout modes available in the Studio
Audio mix
Adjust speed, pitch, and vocal/instrumental balance
Studio overview
Complete guide to the Studio editor
Versions
Save multiple variations of your project, each with its own settings