The video-audio-transcriber application converts your video and audio files into written text. It runs on your local computer. This design keeps your files private. You do not send your data to the cloud. The app uses modern speech recognition technology to create accurate transcripts. You can use it for meetings, lectures, or interviews.
Your computer must meet these standards to run the application:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Processor: A modern multi-core processor (Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5).
- Memory: At least 8 GB of RAM.
- Disk Space: 500 MB of free space for the application files.
- Graphics: Optional NVIDIA GPU with CUDA support for faster processing speeds.
Follow these steps to set up the application on your computer:
- Visit the official releases page.
- Locate the section labeled "Assets."
- Click the file ending in
.exeto start the download. - Find the downloaded file in your Downloads folder.
- Double-click the file to open the installer.
- Follow the prompts on your screen to complete the installation.
- Launch the application using the shortcut on your desktop.
The application window shows you everything you need to start your first transcription.
- Select File: Click the "Browse" button to choose the video or audio file you want to transcribe. The software supports common formats like MP4, AVI, MOV, MP3, and WAV.
- Choose Settings: You can select a model size. A larger model offers better accuracy but takes longer to process. A smaller model works faster but may miss some details.
- Start Task: Click the "Transcribe" button. The app processes the audio stream. It uses FFmpeg to extract the audio track from your video files automatically.
- View Output: The application lists the progress in the status bar. Once finished, it saves a text file to your computer. You can open this file in any text editor.
The application handles common tasks for transcription:
- Offline Operation: The app works without an internet connection.
- Format Support: It reads most video and audio file types.
- Automatic Extraction: The app pulls audio from video containers without needing extra software.
- Clean Text: The faster-whisper engine formats the output for readability.
- Hardware Acceleration: It detects your graphics card to speed up the translation of speech to text.
This software does not collect your data. Everything happens on your own hardware. Your video files, audio files, and text transcripts never leave your computer. You maintain control over your personal information at all times.
Does the app require a high-end graphics card? No. The app runs on your computer processor if you do not have an NVIDIA GPU. Processing will take more time, but the results remain accurate.
Can I stop a job once it starts? Yes. Use the "Cancel" button to stop the transcription process at any time.
Where does the app save my text files? The app saves your transcripts to the same folder as your input file. You can also change the save location in the "Settings" menu.
What language does the software support? The underlying engine supports many languages. It detects the language of your file automatically.
Will the app remove my original files? No. The application only reads your files. It never deletes or modifies your original media.
If the application does not start, ensure you have the latest updates for Windows. Sometimes, security software may block new programs. If this happens, verify that the application has permission to run in your security settings.
If the transcription process takes too long, close other programs on your computer to free up memory. You can also choose a smaller model in the settings menu to reduce the load on your hardware.
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