Editing Transcriptions

Perfect your voice note transcriptions with Cleft’s editing tools.

Accessing Transcriptions for Editing

  1. Open your voice note in Cleft
  2. Find the transcript toggle in the interface
  3. Tap to view the raw transcript
  4. Start editing the text directly

Editing Features

Text Editing

  • Review and edit transcribed text
  • Fix transcription errors manually
  • Add missing words or phrases
  • Correct misheard terms

Formatting Tools

  • Add structure with headings and bullets
  • Insert line breaks for readability
  • Apply formatting like bold and italic
  • Create lists and sections

Timestamp Management

  • Insert timestamps at key moments
  • Navigate to specific points in recordings
  • Sync text with audio playback
  • Mark important sections

Key Point Highlighting

  • Highlight important passages
  • Mark action items
  • Tag key decisions
  • Identify follow-up tasks

Regeneration Options

After editing, you can:
1

Choose regeneration scope

  • Regenerate transcription only
  • Regenerate both transcript and summary
2

Apply your changes

Cleft processes your edits and updates the note
3

Review the results

Check the updated transcription and summary

Editing Best Practices

Quick Fixes

  • Correct obvious transcription errors first
  • Fix names and technical terms
  • Add missing punctuation
  • Remove filler words if desired

Structure Improvements

  • Break long paragraphs into sections
  • Add headings for main topics
  • Use bullet points for lists
  • Insert timestamps for navigation
Edit transcriptions promptly while the recording is fresh in your memory for best results