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Transcribing meetings

Learn how to transcribe meetings with Typr.

Starting a Transcription​

Quick Start​

  1. Open Typr
  2. Click the Transcribe button (or press Cmd+T)
  3. Select your audio source
  4. Transcription begins immediately with real-time processing

Audio Source Selection​

Choose the right audio source for your meeting:

System Audio​

Transcribe audio from your computer (video calls):

  • Perfect for Zoom, Google Meet, Teams
  • Captures all participants clearly
  • Works with any web conferencing tool

Microphone​

Transcribe audio from your microphone:

  • Ideal for in-person meetings
  • Use with external or built-in mic
  • Great for one-on-one conversations

Both (System Audio + Microphone)​

Combine both sources:

  • Hybrid meetings (remote + in-person)
  • Ensure you capture everything
  • Automatically mixed together
Audio Source Selection

You can change audio sources in Settings → Audio before starting transcription.

During Transcription​

Real-Time Features​

While transcribing, you can:

  • View live transcription: See words appear as they're spoken
  • Monitor audio levels: Ensure good audio quality
  • Pause transcription: Take breaks without stopping
  • Add bookmarks: Mark important moments
  • Check elapsed time: Track meeting duration

Transcription Controls​

  • Pause: Temporarily stop transcription (press again to resume)
  • Stop: End transcription and process final transcript
  • Cancel: Discard transcription without saving

Quality Indicators​

Monitor audio quality:

  • 🟢 Green: Good audio levels
  • 🟡 Yellow: Audio could be better
  • 🔴 Red: Audio too loud (clipping)

Stopping Transcription​

When you stop transcription:

  1. Processing begins: AI finalizes transcription
  2. Summary generated: Key points extracted
  3. Notes ready: Review and edit your notes
Processing Time

Processing typically takes 10-30 seconds after stopping transcription, depending on meeting length and computer performance.

Transcription Best Practices​

Audio Quality Tips​

For best transcription results:

  • Use a good microphone: Quality input = quality output
  • Minimize background noise: Close windows, turn off fans
  • Position mic correctly: 6-12 inches from speaker
  • Test audio levels: Check before important meetings
  • Use headphones: Reduce echo and feedback

Meeting Transcription Tips​

  • Inform participants: Always tell people you're transcribing
  • Start early: Begin transcription before meeting starts
  • Pause during breaks: Keep transcripts clean
  • Name meetings clearly: Use descriptive titles
  • Add context: Add notes about attendees or topics

Transcription Settings​

Audio Settings​

Configure in Settings → Audio:

  • Input Device: Select microphone or system audio
  • Sample Rate: Higher = better quality (default: 44.1kHz)
  • Mono/Stereo: Mono recommended for meetings
  • Noise Reduction: Auto-filter background noise
  • Auto-Gain: Automatically adjust levels

Processing Settings​

Manage transcription in Settings → AI:

  • Processing mode: Local or Cloud (optional)
  • Speaker detection: Auto-detect multiple speakers
  • Punctuation: Auto-punctuation and capitalization
  • Language: English (more coming soon)

Troubleshooting​

See Troubleshooting for detailed solutions to common issues.

Keyboard Shortcuts​

Speed up your workflow:

  • Cmd + T: Start/Stop transcription
  • Cmd + P: Pause/Resume transcription
  • Space: Play/Pause audio playback
  • Cmd + S: Save notes

Next Steps​

After transcribing:

Need Help?​

Questions about transcription?