Transcribe AAC to Text

1) Sign up for Descript for free. Enjoy one free hour of transcription each 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 or speakers.

4) Select the appropriate language for your AAC file.

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

6) Finally, click Publish > Export and choose 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.

• Enhanced Accessibility: Transcriptions make content accessible to individuals with hearing impairments, ensuring inclusivity.
• Improved Searchability: Text transcriptions allow for easier indexing and searching of content, making it simpler for audiences to find specific information.
• Better Engagement: Providing text alongside audio can cater to different learning preferences, increasing audience engagement and retention.
• Localization Opportunities: Transcriptions can be translated into multiple languages, broadening the reach to non-AAC speaking regions.
• Content Repurposing: Text versions of audio content can be repurposed into blog posts, social media updates, and other formats, maximizing content utility.

• Use High-Quality Audio: Ensure your AAC file is clear and free from background noise to improve transcription accuracy.
• Identify Dialects: AAC speakers may use different dialects; specify this in Descript to enhance transcription precision.
• Speaker Labels: Clearly label each speaker in multi-speaker AAC files to avoid confusion and maintain context.
• Leverage AI Corrections: Use Descript's AI tools to automatically correct common AAC-specific transcription errors.
• Review Technical Terms: Manually check and correct any industry-specific jargon or technical terms unique to AAC content.