When performing time consuming processing, such as decoding a compressed file when opening it, or encoding a file when saving it, or using most effects, a progress window appears showing the amount of processing done and the estimated time remaining to complete it. Use the Cancel button to abort processing at any time. Use the priority drop-down list to reduce the load on the computer's processor to give more time to other programs. Use the notification drop-down list to set the audio notification played when processing is finished. Notifications are enabled only when processing takes more than 10 seconds.
Some poorly designed (or overclocked) computers overheat when performing complex processing, such as Noise Reduction and saving in MP3 or other compressed formats. Reducing the Priority setting helps to avoid thermal related errors.