Audio Transcription

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Use a single online tool for generating, translating, and customizing captions.

Personalize Captions

Decorate your subtitles the way you need them. Choose the proper font, size, color, and placement.

Make SRT or TXT

Download a separate SRT or TXT file with text for other needs. Or just permanently embed the captions into your video.

Audio-to-text transcription

Audio transcription is generally a tiresome endeavor, especially in a foreign language. It takes at least four minutes to transcribe manually a one-minute audio, in some cases, it can be even two or three times longer.

Audio transcription is not a whim, but an essential element for every video project aimed at a broad audience. It can be embedded in the video as open subtitles, this way, users will be able to watch the recording without sound when for some reason it’s inappropriate. Another point is that watching takes more time than reading, so when it comes to educational videos, some viewers may prefer the script over the initial visual.

Clideo’s automated audio-to-text converter allows turning an audio file into text in one click. After obtaining a ready transcript you can easily translate it into various languages and edit it in other ways.

The tool works online, so you can use it from any device with a fast and stable Internet connection. While Clideo Pro subscribers avail of some additional advantages, even free users can convert their audio to transcript in three short steps.

How to transcribe audio to text

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Step

Upload a file

Import your file (audio or video) from your local folder, camera roll, or cloud storage accounts. You can also just drag and drop the recording to the tool’s homepage.

Step

Convert audio to text

As soon as you are transferred to the next screen, select the original language and proceed with transcription. Correct the recognized text if needed, and style it up if you want to also save it as subtitles for your future video.

Step

Save your text

Click the "↓ TXT" or "↓ SRT" button to download the text to your local storage. You can also export the whole project and save it as a video with embedded subtitles.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

What languages can I use with Clideo's transcription service?

You can convert your audio to text in a wide range of global languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and many others.

What should I do to improve transcription accuracy?

To get the most accurate results, record in a quiet space with minimal background noise and avoid overlapping dialogue or language switches.

Which file formats are available for saving my transcribed audio?

You can export your transcription in TXT or SRT formats.

Can I edit the transcription prior to downloading?

Yes, Clideo offers a preview option that lets you check and confirm the transcribed text before completing your download.

What audio formats are compatible with Clideo’s transcription tool?

You can convert popular formats like MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, and other common types of audio to text using Clideo.

Do your transcripts include time markers?

Each transcription comes with accurate timestamps, making it easy to find and reference exact moments in your audio.

Can Clideo transcribe recorded phone calls?

Yes, our platform converts your phone call audio into text, just note that clear recordings provide better transcription accuracy.

Can I transcribe audio files longer than 15 minutes?

Yes, Clideo can handle lengthy recordings, though AI features are subject to an acceptable use policy.

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