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In this guide, we will explore the various transcription methods offered by Notta. Whether you're a student, professional, or interviewer, Notta provides five different transcription options to meet your specific needs.

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Instant Record

  • Click the Instant record.instant record.png
  • The audio will be transcribed in real-time while recording.
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  • During recording, you can tag important parts of the audio by using the Bookmarks .
  • Click "||" at the bottom center of the screen to pause or resume recording.
  • Click the "■" button to end recording.

Tips: If you want to learn how to improve transcription accuracy, click here to view the instruction.

 

Upload & Transcribe

  1. Click [Upload & Transcribe] on the homepage.u&t1.png

     

  2. Upload records

    • Upload local files from the computer：

      • You can either select the desired file by clicking on [Browser] or drag and drop the file(s) for batch uploading.

        • Supported formats: wav, mp3, m4a, caf, aiff, avi, rmvb, flv, mp4, mov, wmv, wma, webm, 3gp, ogg.

        • The maximum uploaded file size is 1GB(audio) / 10 GB(video).

        • Up to 5-hour (with the speaker identification enabled, 3-hour) audio or video can be transcribed.

    • Upload from URL:
      • Paste the audio/video link from Dropbox/Google Drive or YouTube and click [Next].
  3. Configurationsu&t2.png
    • Select transcription language. (Note: Records uploaded via a link cannot be transcribed in bilingual mode.)
    • You have the option to enable speaker identification.  When the speaker identification is checked, the transcription will take longer.
  4. After clicking [Upload & transcribe], a component will appear in the bottom right corner, showing the upload progress. After the upload is completed, transcription will start automatically. You can check the uploaded files on your homepage. upload progress.png
Tips: If you want to learn how to improve transcription accuracy, click here to view the instruction.
 

Record Online Meeting

Tired of manually taking meeting minutes? With Notta Bot, you can focus on the conversation and let the bot handle the note-taking. Follow the simple steps below to get started:

  1. Click the [Record online meeting].record online.png
  2. Confirm the transcription language. 
  3. Paste the meeting invite link.
    • We support Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Webex meeting links.
    • Please note that Webex meetings without passwords are not supported.
  4. You can customize the name of your Notta Bot which will join the meeting(e.g. Linda).
    • Google Meetings that require login, the name will remain as "Notta Bot" when joining the meeting.
  5. Users with the Business plan have the option to record the meeting video. Once enabled, it will capture the screen during the meeting process.
  6. Click [Transcribe Now].
  7. Once the host grants permission, Notta Bot will join the meeting room, and the transcription will begin.ro1.pngro2.png
  8. Return to the Notta webpage and the transcription will simultaneously appear on it. You can stop the transcription anytime by clicking the recording button down below.ro3.png
  • If meeting video recording is enabled, the recorded video will be displayed on the top after the meeting ends.ro4.png
 
Tips: If you want to learn how to improve transcription accuracy, click here to view the instruction.
 

■ Settings for Calendar Integration to Streamline Your Meetings

Notta's integration with Google Calendar and Microsoft Outlook allows you to seamlessly initiate meeting transcriptions directly from your calendar events.

*Please note that all-day events will not be synchronized, and only the meetings in the next 14 days with invitation links from Zoom/Google Meet/Microsoft Teams included will be visible.

Tips: If you want to learn how to transcribe calendar meeting, click here to view the instruction. 

 

Record Screen

"Record screen" is a new function that allows you to simultaneously record your PC screen and microphone audio and transcribe it into text. Here are some instructions for using it.

  1.  Click the [Record screen].record screen.png
  2. You will be presented with different recording options. Choose the desired recording style based on your preferences:
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    • Screen Only: This option allows you to record only the screen sharing.
    • Camera Only: Select this option if you want to record only from your camera.
    • Screen & Camera: This option allows you to record both screen sharing and your face in the lower left corner.
    • If you choose "PC Screen & Camera" or "PC Screen Only", clicking [Start Recording] will display the "Choose what to share" screen. From this screen, select what you want to share from "Entire Screen", "Window", or "Chrome Tab".
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  3. Select the recording settings according to your needs.
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  4. Click [Start Recording] to begin the screen recording.
    • If you prefer not to have a countdown before recording starts, uncheck the "Start recording after a 3-second countdown" option.
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  5. During video recording, there are three buttons located in the lower left corner of the screen.
    • "■" button: Clicking this button will stop the recording, and the result will be saved.
    • "||" button: Clicking this button will pause or resume the recording.
    • "mceclip3.png" button: Clicking this button will cancel the recording, and the result will be discarded.
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If you are unable to start the screen recording, it is possible that you haven't configured the necessary permissions. Please follow the steps below to set it up:

  1. Ensure that your browser has obtained Screen recording permissionsScreen_Shot_2023-05-19_at_16.02.41.png
  2. Ensure that Notta has obtained Screen recording permissions from your browser.
    • Method 1: Click on the "保護" icon located on the left side of the Chrome browser's address bar and grant permission to access your microphone and camera.Screen_Shot_2023-05-19_at_17.59.26.png
    • Method 2: Click on the camera icon located on the right side of the Chrome browser's address bar and select "Continue allowing https://app.notta.ai to access your camera and microphone" before clicking the "Done" to grant permission.

Tips: If you want to learn how to improve transcription accuracy, click here to view the instruction.

 

Notta Extension

With the Notta extension,  you can instantly convert any audio into text from any source, whether it's a podcast or an online class. The transcript will automatically appear on the Notta web platform after the recording is complete. You can easily edit, search, share, and export the transcript.

How to use the extension

  1. Search "Notta" in the Chrome web store. And click on "Notta: AI Meeting Notetaker & Audio Transcription" extension.ex1.png
  2. Click "Add to Chrome" and then "Add extension". ex2.png

  3. Click the extension icon in the Chrome toolbar. In the dropdown menu, find "Notta" and click the pushpin icon to add Notta to your Chrome toolbar.
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  4. Sign in to Notta or create an account first. All recordings and transcripts will be saved automatically.
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  5. Open the tab that you want to transcribe. Select the transcription language, and then click [Start Recording] to begin.
    Note: Notta can transcribe audios/videos from up to 5 tabs simultaneously.
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  6. You can stop the transcription at any time by clicking the red button.ex6.png

  7. If you want to view the real-time transcript during the process, go back to the homepage on Notta web.
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  8. Once the video recording and transcription are completed, a window will pop up displaying the corresponding transcript. You can edit, share, and export the recording and transcript.
    This can be also accessed from your the homepage. 
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Tips: If you want to learn how to improve transcription accuracy, click here to view the instruction.

 

 
 

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