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How to quickly convert recorded lectures into text

Reading time: 2 minutesDecember 3, 2025
How to quickly convert recorded lectures into text

Keeping your focus during the lecture while note-taking has always been a challenge. Luckily, we live in a time where these problems can be easily solved. In the era of transcription tools like OneStepTranscribe that leverage AI, you can quickly convert any recording into text.

  • Why would you use this method?

    • Focus on learning without worrying about missing details—everybody knows that exact moment when you lose the narrative.

    • Easily search, organize, and share notes afterwards—just use your favorite tool to post-process your content.

    • Boost comprehension and memory with complete transcripts.

  • How does OneStepTranscribe work:

    • OneStepTranscribe can transcribe any audio with 95% accuracy by leveraging AI.

    • It is very fast—just upload files up to 5GB and transcriptions are done within a minute.

    • It secures your data with encryption and privacy measures—nothing stays on the server and you will only receive the files via email.

  • Steps to perform:

    1. Record your lecture using a device like your mobile phone.

    2. Upload the file to OneStepTranscribe—you can upload up to 5GB of recording.

    3. Fill in your email address and receive the transcription in four formats (PDF, Word, Markdown, etc.).

    4. Pick your favorite format, review and refine the transcript as you like.

Using AI to create transcriptions improves the note-taking process, but pairing it with an active review will yield the best results while studying.