How to Use Descript for Transcription
- George Apostolov
How to Use Descript for Transcription: step-by-step guide
Import the video into your Descript project.
Once your file is uploaded, Descript will automatically transcribe the audio or video into text.
Click on any part of the text in the transcript to edit it.
Highlight the incorrect text and make changes as needed or change the format.
Right-click the text and click "Delete" as necessary.
Once you're satisfied with the transcript, click "Publish" to save it
Quick answer: To transcribe audio or video using Descript, first import your file into the project to automatically generate text. Next, click any part of the transcript to edit, highlight to make changes or format, right-click to delete unwanted text, and finally click Publish to save your completed transcript.
About this Descript tutorial
Generate, edit, and publish transcripts easily with Descript by importing your video, correcting text, and saving your final results. This guide shows how to use Descript for Transcription in 6 steps, starting with "Import the video into your Descript project" and finishing with "Once you're satisfied with the transcript, click 'Publish' to save it". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use Descript for Transcription?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Use Descript for Video Editing, How to Use Descript Text to Speech and How to Use Descript to Clone Voice. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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