News on transcription services

Our transcription agency Optiwords has compiled a wide range of articles to help you find out more about the methods, processes and specificities of different types of transcription: interview transcription, audio and video transcription, legal transcription, medical transcription, etc.

In this section, you can also find advice on how to obtain a reliable, high-quality transcription.

 

Translation and transcription: what are the differences?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Translation and transcription are two different services, but they can be confused with each other. Although they are both linguistic services, there are different processes and objectives involved. Translation involves converting a text from one language to another, while transcription transforms audio content into text. Here, Optiwords provides an overview of these two specific linguistic fields and helps you to better understand the differences between translation and transcription.  
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How do you produce a conference transcription?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
What is a conference transcription? What are the special features? And which transcription method should you choose? Discover how to produce a reliable, efficient, and high-quality conference transcription.  
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Transcription of a medical report: which method should you choose?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
What is a medical report transcription? What are the issues involved? And what method should you choose to carry out this highly technical audio or video transcription? Discover how to benefit from a high-quality, secure medical report transcription.   What does medical transcription involve? Medical transcription involves transposing audio or video files from the healthcare sector into written form. A good transcription must therefore faithfully and accurately reproduce the oral content into written language.
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How do I transcribe video into text
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Are you wondering what is the best way to transcribe video into text? Discover our advice on how to transcribe a video into text simply and securely, and how to choose between using online software, manual transcription, or the services of a professional transcriber.  
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How do you transcribe a Teams meeting with ease?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Are you looking for a simple and effective solution to transcribe a Microsoft Teams meeting? In this article, we outline different methods you can use to transcribe your meeting.  
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How to transcribe an MP3 file into text?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Do you want to convert an MP3 file into text? Here, we take a look at the different methods you can use to transcribe your audio files from MP3 into text format, and their advantages and disadvantages.   What is an MP3 file? An MP3 file is a compressed digital audio file that provides good quality short recordings. It is one of the most popular audio formats and is supported by all types of audio players.   How do I convert an MP3 file into text? There are several ways you can convert an MP3 file into text:
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What is verbatim transcription?
By Frédéric Ibanez,
There are many ways of transcribing audio content into written form. Of the various forms of transcription, verbatim transcription is the most accurate and comprehensive. This article defines verbatim transcription and explains the advantages of this type of audio transcription.  
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Transcribe an interview
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Have you recorded an audio or video interview and now want to turn it into a clear, usable written text? In this article, we take a look at the different methods of transcribing an interview, and the main steps you need to follow to obtain a quality transcription.   What is an interview transcription and when is it necessary? The aim of interview transcription is to convert an audio or video interview into a written text that faithfully reproduces the original content.
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Translate audio to text
By Frédéric Ibanez,
Have you recorded an audio exchange in one language, and want to convert it to written format in another? Discover our step-by-step tips on how to translate audio into text and get a high-quality end result.  
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Add english subtitles to video
By Frédéric Ibanez,
The video format has become very popular in many sectors of activity. Whether for promotional, educational or informative purposes, videos are very popular on the web, and especially on social networks. To make your video accessible to a wide audience, subtitling is often essential. In this article, we explain in detail how to add English subtitles to your video content.  
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