Transcripts help people skim a recording and find key points. Start with permission to process the audio and keep the source recording handy while editing.
Review names, product terms and figures first. Listen to the audio around any sentence where the software guessed a word or merged two speakers. Use a marker such as “[unclear]” when the recording does not support a confident correction. Keep timestamps for decisions and action items.
Choose the right output for the audience. A readable recap can condense discussion, while a transcript should preserve what was said. Label the document clearly and remove private details that are unnecessary for its purpose.