This is the most common "one-click" method. You simply select your video and external audio clips on the timeline, right-click , and select "Synchronize" . Premiere then analyzes the waveforms to align them automatically.
Experienced editors often weigh the built-in tools against third-party alternatives: Edit8 Audio Sync FULL VERSION v1.0 for Premiere Pro
In the latest versions (like Premiere Pro 2025), you can use linear timecode to align footage instantly with just two clicks, which is highly effective if your camera and recorder were "jam-synced" on set. Precision & Troubleshooting This is the most common "one-click" method