Transcriptr

Transcriptr documentation

Using Transcriptr

A practical reference for uploading media, choosing transcription options, reviewing results in Studio, exporting transcripts, and resolving common issues.

Quick start

  1. 01

    Upload audio

    Drag in a file or paste a direct audio URL to start a new transcription.

  2. 02

    Choose options

    Set language, speaker labels, and optional AI analysis before submitting.

  3. 03

    Track progress

    Monitor the job while it queues and processes, then reopen it from History if needed.

  4. 04

    Review and export

    Use the Studio to play back audio, scan the transcript, and export the result.

Features

Multi-language transcription

Work across a wide range of languages with either explicit selection or automatic detection.

AI analysis

Generate summaries, chapters, sentiment, entities, key phrases, and topic labels when enabled.

History and recovery

Completed and in-progress jobs can be reopened through the app without rebuilding your workflow from scratch.

Multiple export formats

Download transcripts in plain text and document-friendly formats after review.

Audio and video input

Use direct file uploads or supported media URLs depending on how your source material is hosted.

Temporary processing pipeline

Uploaded media is handled for transcription and not intended to be kept as permanent storage.

Supported formats

Most common media types work without an extra conversion step. If a file fails, try exporting it as MP3, WAV, MP4, or MOV.

Audio formats

Common voice notes, podcast masters, and archival audio formats work directly.

  • MP3, WAV, and FLAC
  • OGG, OPUS, and WebM audio
  • M4A, AAC, and AIFF
  • WMA, CAF, and other supported variants

Video formats

Transcriptr can extract audio from supported video containers before transcription.

  • MP4 and MOV
  • AVI and MKV
  • WMV, FLV, and M4V
  • Other standard containers supported by the transcription backend

Troubleshooting

Upload issues

  • Confirm the file or URL points to a supported audio or video format.
  • Try refreshing the page if an upload stalls before submission.
  • Check that your connection is stable for larger uploads.
  • If a source URL fails, verify it is directly reachable and not gated behind auth.

Transcription failures

  • Clearer speech and cleaner source audio usually improve completion rates.
  • If advanced analysis is enabled, try a simpler run to isolate the failure.
  • Retry the job after a short pause if the provider reports a temporary issue.
  • Use the feedback form for persistent failures tied to one file or workflow.

Browser compatibility

  • Use a current version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
  • Keep JavaScript enabled for uploads, polling, and studio playback.
  • Clear cached site data if a stale UI state persists after a deployment.
  • Disable extensions that block uploads or media playback when debugging.

Performance tips

  • Shorter recordings typically finish faster and are easier to review.
  • Split very long recordings if you need quicker turnaround.
  • Close heavy browser tabs when working with larger transcripts.
  • Use History to reopen finished work instead of rerunning the same job.

FAQ

What audio formats can I upload?

Most common audio and video formats are supported directly, including MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG, M4A, AAC, MP4, MOV, and more.

Is my audio data secure?

Audio is processed for transcription and temporary storage, not treated as long-term media hosting.

What is the maximum file size?

File size limits depend on the current product constraints and hosting setup. If a file fails, split it or reduce its size before retrying.

How accurate are the transcriptions?

Accuracy depends heavily on audio quality, speaker overlap, language choice, and background noise. Clear recordings perform best.

Can I edit transcriptions after they are generated?

You can review, copy, and export transcripts today. Built-in editing is still more limited than a dedicated document editor.

Need more help?

Check the changelog for recent behavior changes, or send feedback from the app.