How To Start Transcripts In Teams Meetings
How To Start Transcripts In Teams Meetings
During the Meeting
1. Open Meeting Controls:
Click on the "More" icon (three dots).
2. "Record and Transcribe"
- From the dropdown menu, choose the 'Record and Transcribe' option.
3. Start Transcription:
From the dropdown menu, select "Start transcription."
To end the Transcription, please follow the same steps and select "Stop Transcription".
Viewing the Transcript
- The transcript will appear on the right side of the meeting window, and participants can view it in real-time.
Stopping the Transcript
To end the Transcription, please follow the same steps and select "Stop Transcription".
Accessing the Transcript After the Meeting
- After the meeting concludes, the transcript will be saved in the meeting chat, where participants can review or download it.
Benefits Of Meeting Transcriptions For Teams
Improved Accessibility
- Provides written records for team members who may have hearing impairments.
- Allows individuals to revisit discussions at their own pace.
Enhanced Clarity
- Reduces misunderstandings by offering a clear reference of what was discussed.
- Helps ensure that all team members are on the same page regarding decisions made.
Easier Note-Taking
- Frees participants from the need to take extensive notes during meetings.
- Enables focus on discussions rather than writing.
Accountability
- Creates a formal record of commitments and action items assigned during meetings.
- Helps track progress and follow up on tasks.
Knowledge Retention
- Acts as a repository of information that can be referred back to for future projects.
- Aids in onboarding new team members by providing them with context from past meetings.
Searchability
- Makes it easy to find specific topics or discussions through keyword searches.
- Saves time when looking for past decisions or discussions.
Collaboration
- Facilitates collaboration by allowing team members to share and edit transcriptions.
- Encourages contributions and input from those who may be less vocal during live discussions.
Legal and Compliance
- Provides documentation that may be required for legal or compliance reasons.
- Ensures that important information is recorded for future reference.
By following these steps, you can easily start and manage transcripts in your Teams meetings!