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Overview

Speech to Text supports exporting transcripts in multiple formats to suit different needs. You can export completed transcripts in various document, structured data, and subtitle formats.
Export options are available for completed transcripts. Open the transcript details view to access export options.

Supported Export Formats

Document Formats

DOCX (Microsoft Word)
  • Full-featured document format
  • Preserves formatting
  • Editable in Word and other editors
  • Includes speaker names and timestamps
  • Best for: Editing, sharing, documentation
PDF (Portable Document Format)
  • Fixed-layout document
  • Preserves formatting exactly
  • Readable on any device
  • Includes speaker names and timestamps
  • Best for: Sharing, archiving, printing
TXT (Plain Text)
  • Simple text format
  • No formatting
  • Universal compatibility
  • Includes speaker names
  • Best for: Simple text extraction, copying
HTML (Web Format)
  • Web-ready format
  • Can be viewed in browsers
  • Preserves some formatting
  • Includes speaker names and timestamps
  • Best for: Web publishing, embedding

Structured Formats

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)
  • Structured data format
  • Machine-readable
  • Includes all metadata
  • Includes speaker information
  • Best for: Integration, programming, data processing
SRT (SubRip Subtitle)
  • Subtitle file format
  • Used for video subtitles
  • Includes timestamps
  • Standard subtitle format
  • Best for: Video subtitles, closed captions

Export Process

Accessing Export Options

  1. Open Transcript
    • Navigate to Speech to Text list
    • Click on transcript to open details view
    • Or click “View” button
  2. Find Export Options
    • Look for export/download button
    • Usually in header or actions menu
    • Multiple format options available
  3. Select Format
    • Choose desired export format
    • Click format option
    • Download starts automatically

Export Steps

  1. Select Format
    • Click export button
    • Choose format from menu
    • Format-specific options may appear
  2. Processing
    • System generates export file
    • Processing typically instant
    • Progress indicator shown
  3. Download
    • File downloads to your device
    • Default download location used
    • Filename includes transcript title and format

Format Details

DOCX Format

Contents:
  • Full transcript text
  • Speaker names for each segment
  • Timestamps (if included)
  • Formatted document structure
Features:
  • Editable in Microsoft Word
  • Compatible with Google Docs
  • Preserves formatting
  • Professional appearance
Use Cases:
  • Editing and refining transcripts
  • Creating documents from transcripts
  • Sharing with team members
  • Documentation purposes

PDF Format

Contents:
  • Full transcript text
  • Speaker names and timestamps
  • Formatted layout
  • Professional appearance
Features:
  • Fixed layout
  • Readable on any device
  • Print-ready
  • Professional formatting
Use Cases:
  • Sharing with stakeholders
  • Archiving transcripts
  • Printing transcripts
  • Official documentation

TXT Format

Contents:
  • Plain transcript text
  • Speaker names
  • Simple text format
  • No formatting
Features:
  • Universal compatibility
  • Small file size
  • Easy to process
  • Simple structure
Use Cases:
  • Text extraction
  • Simple text processing
  • Copying text content
  • Basic text needs

HTML Format

Contents:
  • Formatted transcript
  • Speaker names and timestamps
  • HTML structure
  • Styled layout
Features:
  • Viewable in browsers
  • Preserves formatting
  • Can be embedded
  • Web-ready
Use Cases:
  • Web publishing
  • Embedding in websites
  • HTML email content
  • Web-based sharing

JSON Format

Contents:
  • Complete transcript data
  • All metadata
  • Speaker information
  • Timestamps and segments
  • Structured data format
Features:
  • Machine-readable
  • Complete data structure
  • Programmatic access
  • Integration-friendly
Use Cases:
  • API integration
  • Data processing
  • Programming applications
  • Database import
  • Automation workflows
JSON Structure Example:
{
  "id": "transcript-id",
  "title": "Transcript Title",
  "segments": [
    {
      "speaker": "Speaker Name",
      "text": "Segment text",
      "startTime": "00:00:00",
      "endTime": "00:00:05"
    }
  ],
  "speakers": [...],
  "metadata": {...}
}

SRT Format

Contents:
  • Subtitle entries
  • Sequential numbering
  • Timestamps (start and end)
  • Text content
Features:
  • Standard subtitle format
  • Video player compatible
  • Timestamp precision
  • Sequential segments
Use Cases:
  • Video subtitles
  • Closed captions
  • Video editing
  • Accessibility
SRT Format Example:
1
00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:05,000
Speaker Name: First segment text

2
00:00:05,000 --> 00:00:10,000
Speaker Name: Second segment text

Export Best Practices

Format Selection

For Editing:
  • Use DOCX for Word editing
  • Use TXT for simple text editing
  • Use HTML for web editing
For Sharing:
  • Use PDF for professional sharing
  • Use HTML for web sharing
  • Use DOCX for collaborative editing
For Integration:
  • Use JSON for programming
  • Use TXT for simple processing
  • Use SRT for video integration
For Archiving:
  • Use PDF for long-term storage
  • Use JSON for data preservation
  • Use DOCX for editable archives

File Naming

Default Naming:
  • Includes transcript title
  • Includes format extension
  • Example: “Meeting_2024_01_15.docx”
Custom Naming:
  • Rename after download if needed
  • Use consistent naming patterns
  • Include dates and identifiers

Quality Control

Before Export:
  • Review transcript accuracy
  • Organize speakers properly
  • Edit segments as needed
  • Verify content completeness
After Export:
  • Review exported file
  • Verify format correctness
  • Check speaker names included
  • Verify timestamps (if applicable)

Integration Use Cases

Video Subtitles

Workflow:
  1. Transcribe video audio
  2. Edit and organize transcript
  3. Export as SRT
  4. Import into video editor
  5. Sync with video timeline
Benefits:
  • Accurate subtitles
  • Professional quality
  • Time-aligned content
  • Multiple language support

Documentation

Workflow:
  1. Transcribe meeting or interview
  2. Edit transcript for accuracy
  3. Organize speakers
  4. Export as DOCX or PDF
  5. Distribute to team
Benefits:
  • Professional documentation
  • Easy to share
  • Editable format
  • Searchable content

Data Processing

Workflow:
  1. Transcribe multiple recordings
  2. Export as JSON
  3. Process with scripts
  4. Analyze data
  5. Generate reports
Benefits:
  • Automated processing
  • Structured data
  • Programmatic access
  • Scalable workflows

Web Publishing

Workflow:
  1. Transcribe content
  2. Edit and format
  3. Export as HTML
  4. Embed in website
  5. Publish online
Benefits:
  • Web-ready format
  • Easy embedding
  • Maintains formatting
  • Accessible content

Limitations and Considerations

Format Limitations

DOCX:
  • Requires Word or compatible editor
  • Larger file size than TXT
  • Formatting may vary by editor
PDF:
  • Not easily editable
  • Fixed layout
  • Larger file size
TXT:
  • No formatting
  • Limited structure
  • Basic content only
JSON:
  • Requires JSON parser
  • Not human-readable easily
  • Technical format
SRT:
  • Subtitle format only
  • Specific use case
  • Limited editing options

File Size Considerations

Large Transcripts:
  • DOCX and PDF can be large
  • JSON maintains structure
  • TXT is most compact
  • Consider file size for sharing

Compatibility

Cross-Platform:
  • PDF: Universal compatibility
  • TXT: Universal compatibility
  • DOCX: Requires compatible software
  • JSON: Requires JSON parser
  • HTML: Requires browser or editor
  • SRT: Requires video software

Troubleshooting

Export Not Working

Possible Causes:
  • Transcript not completed
  • Network error
  • Browser download blocked
  • File size too large
Solutions:
  • Verify transcript is completed
  • Check network connection
  • Check browser download settings
  • Try different format

Format Issues

Problem:
  • File doesn’t open correctly
  • Formatting looks wrong
  • Missing content
Solutions:
  • Try different format
  • Verify file downloaded completely
  • Check file extension
  • Use appropriate software

Missing Data

Problem:
  • Speaker names missing
  • Timestamps missing
  • Segments missing
Solutions:
  • Verify transcript is complete
  • Check export format supports data
  • Review transcript before export
  • Try different format

Next Steps