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Batch Transcription

Batch transcription allows you to transcribe audio and video files.

Overview

Instead of real-time dictation, batch transcription processes pre-recorded files. This is useful for:

  • Transcribing meeting recordings
  • Converting interviews to text
  • Processing podcast episodes
  • Archiving audio content

Supported Formats

QuasarSpeak can transcribe these formats:

Audio:

  • MP3
  • WAV
  • M4A
  • FLAC
  • OGG

Video:

  • MP4
  • MKV
  • WebM

Note: Video transcription requires FFmpeg to be installed on your system.

How to Use

Single File

  1. Open QuasarSpeak settings (right-click tray icon)
  2. Go to Transcribe Audio
  3. Click Browse or drag and drop a file
  4. Select your output format
  5. Click Start Transcription

Multiple Files

  1. Drag and drop multiple files into the transcription window
  2. Configure output settings for all files
  3. Process files sequentially in queue

Output Formats

| Format | Description | |--------|-------------| | Plain Text (.txt) | Simple text output | | SRT (.srt) | Subtitles with timestamps | | WebVTT (.vtt) | Web-compatible subtitles | | JSON | Structured output with timestamps and metadata |

Settings

  • Language: Auto-detect or specify the spoken language
  • Model: Choose accuracy vs. speed
  • Timestamps: Include or exclude timing information

Tips

  • Use larger models (medium, large) for better accuracy on important recordings
  • Process large files overnight
  • Verify language selection for non-English content
  • Keep source files organized with output files

File Length Limits

QuasarSpeak can transcribe files up to 90 minutes in length. For longer recordings, consider splitting them into smaller segments.

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