Troubleshooting

Fixing Transcriptions for Screen Recordings

Written by
ScreenApp Team
Updated on
June 13, 2024
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Why This Happens

  • Audio Quality: Poor audio quality, such as background noise or low volume, can hinder accurate transcription.
  • Speaker Accent or Dialect: Unfamiliar accents or dialects might pose challenges for the transcription algorithm.
  • Technical Glitches: Temporary issues with ScreenApp.io's transcription engine could be causing errors.

How to Resolve It

  1. Improve Audio Quality
    • Record in a quiet environment to minimize background noise.
    • Use a high-quality microphone for clearer audio capture.  
    • Ensure your microphone is properly selected and adjusted in ScreenApp.io's settings.
  2. Consider Language Selection
    • If your language isn't commonly supported, try selecting a similar language for transcription.
  3. Review and Edit
    • Manually review the transcribed text and correct any errors or inaccuracies.
    • Pay attention to words that might be misheard or misinterpreted.  
  4. Provide Feedback
    • Report transcription errors to ScreenApp.io's support team. This helps improve their algorithms and address common issues.
  5. Use External Transcription Services: For critical or complex content, consider using a specialized transcription service.

Additional Tips

  • Keep Recordings Short: Shorter recordings are generally easier to transcribe accurately.
  • Avoid Background Noise: Minimize distractions and ensure a quiet environment for recording.
  • Use Clear and Concise Language: Speaking clearly and avoiding jargon can enhance transcription accuracy.