Transcription Assistant
Audio Transcription productivity add-in to Microsoft Word
Transcription Assistant (TA) is a productivity add-in to Microsoft® Word designed for professional transcriptionists, providing a comprehensive set of audio transcription tools and shortcut keys for transcribing speaker’s names or tokens, managing boilerplate text, doing job research on the fly, and proofing transcribed text. Tools are available on a dedicated Word Tab, including a job management dashboard that allows transcriptionists to save and restore individual client job settings.
A light-weight ‘native’ Word add-in, installed locally, TA integrates seamlessly with audio playback software such as Express Scribe and VoiceScribe, leaves no footprint in client-supplied documents, and can be used online or offline.
FYI: If you transcribe content for continuity, translation or other media production purposes, check out our media scripting solution, Script Wizard.
Why Microsoft Word? Used in over 100 countries by over a billion people, Word is installed on office and classroom workstations, as well as personal computers and tablets around the world. Word documents can be edited, shared, translated, exported, printed, and published even by clients, partners and production associates who do not have our addins installed.
Why Script Wizard Software? Script Wizard Software has been supporting freelance writers, typists, editors, production teams, and students for over 35 years. Our add-ins have comprehensive, context-sensitive Help and we strive to provide enough documentation that you will never need our help but, if you do, we will respond to requests for information and support in a timely fashion.
Use of the Transcription Assistant toolset is optional. Features and options can be explored and incorporated into daily keyboarding habits at the user’s own pace. Transcriptionists can continue to work with their own custom AutoCorrect set and any macros they may have created.
Supports original draft and AI-generated texts in all transcript formats (radio-style, article, and script)
Works with other Word Add-ins (VoiceScribe, Express Scribe, Word Dictate, etc.)
Installs locally; does not operate in a ‘cloud’ environment.
Can be customized for individual clients. Client settings can be backed up and then restored for quick transitions from one assignment to the next. Backups include all job settings, including paragraph style, speaker names, recording notes, and research links.
THE TOOLSET
- Speaker Shortcut Keys insert correctly formatted paragraphs with speaker’s name or token.
- Recording Notes User-configured menu of up to 10 frequently-used recording notes and statements.
- Job Research Links User-configured menu of up to 10 frequently used websites and/or job guide documents.
- Select & Search 1-click Google search on selected document text.
- Enhanced AutoCorrect Management including AutoCorrect entry backup and restore options.
- The TA S-T-I-T-C-H Tool stitches the letters in the words that a speaker spells with a single shortcut key command.
- The TA Ellipsis Formatter shortcut key inserts well-formed ellipses (. . .) for interrupted speech.
- Spot Bookmark Sets a bookmark for a 1-click return from any transcript document location.
- Duplicate Token Check Finds instances of duplicate token paragraphs and stops to allow user to correct the error. Can be started from anywhere in the transcript doc and repeated until ‘Not found’.
- Sentence Fix Tool normalizes sentence spacing throughout document (customizable for 1 or 2 spaces).
- Searchable User Help.
Install Transcription Assistant and continue working without skipping a keystroke. Start using Transcription Assistant when you are ready. Customize speaker keys, manage your auto correct entries, save and retrieve specific job specs, all from the dedicated Transcriptions menu tab in Word.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
PC computer, laptop or tablet, Windows 10 or later (not available for use on a MAC computer or other OS device)
Microsoft® Word for Windows 2016 to current. (Not compatible with the free online version of Microsoft 365.)
Any audio management system
Audio management systems can be integrated or standalone.
Transcription Assistant works equally well with a foot pedal or hot keys.
(Hot Keys for managing playback are assigned in the recording software).
USER REQUIREMENTS
Transcription Assistant is designed for users with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and transcription typing conventions.* It is ready for use ‘out of the box’ for experienced transcriptionists. The add-in includes a complete Help application.
*Disclaimer: Script Wizard Software does not provide instruction in the use of Microsoft Word and is not liable for any loss of income or revenue due to issues that may arise during the use of Microsoft Word and this add-in.
Order Form Options
- BUY Perpetual license. One-time purchase.*
- SUBSCRIBE A subscription is an affordable option for part-time script writers and students. There is a 1-time non-refundable license set up fee. Upgrades are free.
- “2-SEAT” LICENSE Install the add-in on 2 computers – a desktop and a laptop. Also valid for use by you and a writing partner. (Terms apply).
Other Purchase Options
- VOLUME LICENSING Click here to get a quote
- JUST LOOKING FOR STYLESHEETS?
We don’t sell them, but here’s an option you might consider…Test Drives
*Note: We cannot guarantee that this version will be compatible with future releases of Microsoft Word.
ORDER FORM
Pick the option that works for you:
- Transcription Assistant - Buy — $75.00
- Transcription Assistant - Buy (2-seat) — $105.00
- Transcription Assistant - Subscribe — $4.00 / month
- Transcription Assistant - Subscribe (2 Seat) — $6.00 / month
