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Forum Discussion
Dropbox audio transcription feature
Hi,
I have three questions to ask you:
1. I upload an audio file, I have Dropbox AI transcribe it into words, I see on the side that the text is divided in short paragraphs (I think breaking between different people talking), and then when I copy the text and past it into .Word, it pastes it into one big chunk of text. Is there a way to copy it and past it maintaining the paragraphs?
2. Also, if there a different way to produce a .Word or similar document out of the transcript without having to copy and paste it and thus run into the problem I encountered?
3. It seems to me that AI Dropbox is quite accurate in the transcription. Is there any way for me to improve the quality of the transcription besides recording the sound/interview in a quiet place and with a good recorder? I tried doing this with a good IPhone, but I can also record the interviews with a Zoom recorder (which quality should be better).
Thank you for any tip or answer!
UCT
Not sure what a .Word file is.
I don’t have a problem with copying and pasting maybe your font settings are off or something.
iPhones and iPads now have screen recorders . Basically open screen recorder , open speak screen, open your AI transcript , and have Siri speak screen . Then edit in iMovie or or voice memo, or whatever you’ll figure it out.Word document (by Microsoft aka Microsoft Word). I will try pasting the transcription somewhere else and maybe it will maintaining the short paragraphs breaking (which I assume they signal pauses and/or different people speaking).
I also still wonder if there is a better program (whether it is free or not) that transforms audio files into words --by better I mean more accurate than DropBox AI which I find quite good).
If anyone has any ideas, please let me know. I have also asked the IT guy from where I work. When he answers, assuming he does, I will paste here his answer (to this second question).
Thank you
Hi UCT,
Great questions! Here are some answers to your queries about Dropbox’s audio transcription feature:
Copying with Paragraphs:
- When you copy and paste text from the transcription, it may lose formatting. Instead, try using the "Download" option if available. Look for a button that allows you to download the transcript as a text file or another format. This might preserve the paragraph breaks better than copying directly.
Exporting Transcripts:
- Check if Dropbox offers an export feature for transcripts. If the AI transcription tool allows, you might be able to download the transcript directly as a .docx or .txt file. This can save you from needing to copy and paste manually.
Improving Transcription Quality:
- To enhance transcription accuracy, consider using the Zoom recorder for interviews, as it often captures clearer audio than a phone. Additionally:
- Ensure the microphone is placed closer to the speakers.
- Use a pop filter or windscreen if recording outdoors.
- Avoid background noise as much as possible.
- If your recording has multiple speakers, ensure they’re speaking clearly and at a moderate pace.
- To enhance transcription accuracy, consider using the Zoom recorder for interviews, as it often captures clearer audio than a phone. Additionally:
By following these tips, you should be able to improve your transcription experience and quality.
Thank you, Johnny!
This is all very useful. I will implement some of your suggestions.
It seems to me that the download option for transcripts is currently unavailable. I can't find it. This I think should be fixed by DropBox.
Thank you, Ugo
