Introduction

In today's fast-paced world, communication has become more important than ever. Whether it's a virtual meeting or an online webinar, it's crucial to have accurate transcriptions of your conversations. Zoom, a video conferencing tool, has made it easier than ever to transcribe your meetings in real-time. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the various methods and tools available to transcribe on Zoom.

Introduction to Zoom Transcription

Zoom is a video conferencing platform that allows users to connect with each other from anywhere in the world. The platform has a built-in feature that allows users to transcribe their meetings in real-time. This feature is useful for individuals who want to have a written record of their meetings or for those who are hard of hearing.

Turning on Transcription on Zoom

To turn on transcription on Zoom, you'll need to have a Pro, Business, or Enterprise account. Here are the steps to turn on transcription:

• Log in to your Zoom account and go to "Settings."

• Click on "Recording" and scroll down to "Cloud recording."

• Toggle on "Audio transcript" and "Save transcript."

• Click "Save."

Enabling Transcription during Meetings

Once you've turned on transcription in your settings, you can enable it during your meetings. Here's how:

• Start your Zoom meeting.

1. Click on the "Live Transcript" button at the bottom of your screen.

2. Choose "Enable Auto-Transcription."

• Transcription Accuracy

The accuracy of Zoom's transcription feature can vary depending on a number of factors, including the clarity of the audio, background noise, and the accent of the speakers. However, Zoom's transcription feature uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve its accuracy over time.

• Editing Transcriptions

If you need to make edits to your transcription, Zoom makes it easy to do so. Here are the steps:

• Go to your Zoom account and click on "Recordings."

• Find the recording you want to edit and click on "More."

• Choose "View transcript" and click on the pencil icon to edit the text.

Integrating Third-Party Transcription Tools

If you're looking for more accurate transcriptions or need specialized features, you can integrate third-party transcription tools with Zoom. Some popular options include:

• Otter.ai

• Rev.com

• Temi.com

• Accessibility Features

Zoom's transcription feature is especially useful for individuals who are hard of hearing or deaf. In addition to transcription, Zoom also offers closed captioning and live transcription for enhanced accessibility.

Transcribing Multiple Speakers

If you're transcribing a meeting with multiple speakers, it can be challenging to keep track of who's speaking. However, Zoom's transcription feature can distinguish between speakers by assigning a different color to each one.

Exporting Transcriptions

Once you've completed your transcription, you may want to export it for future reference. Here's how:

• Go to your Zoom account and click on "Recordings."

• Find the recording you want to export and click on "More."

• Choose "Download."

Privacy Concerns

When using Zoom's transcription feature, it's important to consider privacy concerns. Zoom's privacy policy states that recordings and transcriptions are stored on their servers, so it's essential to inform all meeting participants of this fact and obtain their consent.

Conclusion

Zoom's transcription feature is a powerful tool that can make your meetings more productive and accessible. Whether you're using the built-in feature or integrating a third-party tool, transcribing on Zoom is easy and convenient. By following the tips in this guide, you can ensure that your transcriptions are accurate

How Hume Can Help

Hume is an innovative interview intelligence platform that can revolutionize the way you approach the hiring process. By utilizing cutting-edge technology, Hume enables hiring teams to record, transcribe, and summarize interviews, giving them access to more objective data and insights than ever before.

With Hume, you can:

• Save Time

Hume saves time by automating the transcription process, eliminating the need for manual note-taking or hiring a third-party service. With just a few clicks, you can have a complete transcription of your interviews, making it easy to review and share with your team.

• Gain Objective Insights

Hume's transcription and summary features provide you with objective insights into your interviews. By removing the biases and subjective opinions of interviewers, you can make better-informed hiring decisions.

• Train Interviewers to Perform Better

Hume's analytics dashboard provides feedback to interviewers on their performance, helping them to improve their interviewing skills over time. This feedback includes metrics such as talk-to-listen ratios, positive vs. negative language use, and interruptions.

• Improve Diversity and Inclusion

Hume's objective data and insights help to reduce the risk of unconscious bias in the hiring process, enabling you to make more inclusive hiring decisions. With Hume, you can identify patterns of behavior and language use that may be contributing to bias in the interview process.

• Collaborate More Effectively

Hume's sharing and collaboration features make it easy to share interview transcripts and summaries with your team. This allows for more efficient collaboration, enabling everyone to stay on the same page throughout the hiring process.

Overall, Hume's interview intelligence platform is a game-changer for hiring teams looking to unlock their interviews and move faster while having access to more objective data. By utilizing Hume, you can streamline your hiring process, reduce bias, and make more informed hiring decisions.