What it is
A Transcript is the raw text output from converting audio or video files to text. It’s the foundation for all other reports - every analysis report requires a transcript first.Structure
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Plain text format | Raw conversation text with speaker identification |
| Utterance numbers | Each line or segment is numbered for reference |
| Speaker labels | Identifies interviewer and respondent |
| Timestamps | Optional timing information for each segment |


When to use
Required first step
Generate a transcript before creating any other report type
Quick review
Read the raw conversation to understand what was discussed
Reference
Use as a source of truth when reviewing other reports
Editing
Make corrections to transcription errors before generating analysis reports
How it’s generated
Transcripts are created using automated speech-to-text technology (AssemblyAI). The system:- Processes audio/video files
- Identifies speakers
- Converts speech to text
- Numbers each utterance for citation in other reports