Transcribe English Audio to Text

1) Sign up for Descript for free. Enjoy 1 free hour of transcription per month without needing a credit card.

2) On the dashboard, click "New Project" and then select "Audio Project".

3) Upload your audio file. A "Transcribing..." pop-up will appear. Choose the audio and name the speaker(s).

4) Ensure the language is set to English.

5) Once the transcription is complete, press "C" on your keyboard to make any necessary edits.

6) Click Publish > Export and select your preferred export format. You can also publish it as a web link to share or embed your transcript alongside the audio using Descript's media player.

• Accessibility: Make your content accessible to a wider audience, including those with hearing impairments.
• SEO Boost: Improve your search engine rankings by adding transcribed text to your website, making it easier for search engines to index your content.
• Content Repurposing: Easily convert your audio content into blog posts, articles, or social media updates, saving time and effort.
• Enhanced Comprehension: Provide a text version for non-native English speakers who may find it easier to understand written English.
• Legal Documentation: Create accurate records of meetings, interviews, and other important audio content for legal and compliance purposes.

• Use Clear Audio: Ensure your audio is free from background noise and has clear speech to improve transcription accuracy.
• Leverage Accents: Familiarize yourself with different English accents and dialects to better understand and transcribe regional variations.
• Utilize Punctuation: Pay attention to punctuation marks in the transcription to maintain the natural flow and meaning of the spoken content.
• Speaker Identification: Clearly identify and label different speakers, especially in interviews or multi-speaker recordings, to avoid confusion.
• Spell Check: Use a spell checker specifically tuned for English to catch any errors and ensure the final text is polished and professional.