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Overview

SkyScribe’s transcription feature converts spoken audio into written text in the same language as the original audio. This is ideal when you want an exact written record of what was said.

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How to Transcribe

Choose your preferred method to get started:

Upload

Upload an audio or video file from your device

Fetch

Import media from YouTube, TikTok, or other public URLs

Record

Record audio directly from your device
When selecting your settings:
  1. Choose Transcribe (not Translate)
  2. Select the source language or use auto-detect
  3. Configure optional features (Speaker Diarization, etc.)

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Common Use Cases

Convert meeting recordings into searchable, shareable text documents.Example: Record team meetings and automatically generate notes for attendees who couldn’t join or for future reference.
Transform interview recordings into written transcripts for analysis and quotes.Example: Transcribe research interviews, podcast episodes, or job candidate interviews for easier review and editing.
Create written versions of educational videos and lectures for studying and accessibility.Example: Convert recorded lectures into study materials that students can search, highlight, and review.
Generate text versions of audio and video content for SEO, accessibility, and content repurposing.Example: Transcribe podcast episodes to create blog posts, show notes, or searchable archives.

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Key Features

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Speaker Diarization

Identify and label different speakers in multi-person conversations. When to use:
  • Meetings and conference calls with multiple participants
  • Interviews with distinct speakers
  • Panel discussions and roundtables
  • Podcasts with multiple hosts
Example output: 
Speaker 1: Welcome to today's meeting. Let's start with updates.
Speaker 2: I've completed the project analysis. Here are my findings.
Speaker 1: Excellent. Can you share more details?

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Segmentation Styles

Choose how your transcript is broken into segments:

Readable

~30 second segments with punctuation and capitalizationBest for documents, meeting notes, and general transcription

Subtitle

Short, punchy segments optimized for video captionsBest for video captions, subtitles, and social media content

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Improving Transcription Quality

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1. Use High-Quality Audio

Better audio quality leads to more accurate transcriptions:
  • Clear speech with minimal background noise
  • Good microphone and recording equipment
  • Proper audio levels (avoid too quiet or distorted audio)
  • Reduce echo and reverb when possible

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2. Specify the Language

While auto-detect works well, manually specifying the language can improve accuracy:
  • Auto-detect - Convenient for single-language, clear audio
  • Manual selection - Better accuracy when you know the language, especially for mixed-language audio, specialized dialects, or consistent processing
For best results, use manual language selection when you know what language is spoken in your audio. See our Language Support guide for details.

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Transcription vs Translation

Understanding when to use each feature:

Use Transcription

When you want text in the same language as the audioExample: English audio → English text

Use Translation

When you want text in a different language from the audioExample: Spanish audio → English textLearn more about translation →

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Output Formats

Download your transcripts in multiple formats:
  • PDF - Formatted document for sharing and printing
  • DOC - Microsoft Word format for editing
  • TXT - Plain text for simple use cases
  • MD - Markdown format for documentation
  • SRT/VTT - Subtitle formats with timestamps
  • CSV - Structured data with segments and timestamps
  • JSON - Programmatic access with full metadata

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Supported Languages

SkyScribe supports transcription in 99 languages. Language detection can be automatic or manual.

View All Languages

See the complete list of supported languages, language detection guidance, and best practices.

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Best Practices

  1. Test your setup - Record a short test clip to verify audio quality before long sessions
  2. Choose the right format - Use readable segments for documents, subtitle segments for videos
  3. Use speaker diarization for conversations - Makes multi-person transcripts much easier to follow
  4. Review critical transcripts - Always review transcriptions for business-critical or legal use

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Limitations

Transcription accuracy varies based on audio quality, accents, background noise, and content complexity. For detailed information:
We recommend testing with your specific content type and reviewing output for critical use cases.

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What’s Next?

You’ve learned about SkyScribe’s transcription capabilities and features. Want to learn more?

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Need Help?

If you have questions about transcription capabilities or quality: