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How do I fix speaker labeling issues?
Editing a transcript

How do I fix speaker labeling issues?

AI Speech Pro automatically assigns labels such as Speaker 1, Speaker 2, etc., to different voices in your audio file, enhancing clarity and organization in the transcription process. This feature is particularly useful in environments like legal depositions, medical consultations, or research interviews where distinguishing between speakers is crucial.

To ensure accuracy, you can manually adjust these labels by merging or clearing them. This flexibility allows you to correct any discrepancies that may arise during the automatic labeling process, ensuring that the final transcript is both accurate and easy to follow.

Rename a speaker (optional):If you recognize that 'Speaker 2' and 'Speaker 1' are the same individual, you can easily change the label within the transcript. This feature is helpful in maintaining consistency and avoiding confusion in the documentation.

Open the Fix Speakers menu:To refine speaker labels, click on the “File” menu, select “Speakers Breakdown,” and then choose “Fix Speakers.” This tool is designed to help you streamline the speaker identification process efficiently.

Merge adjacent matching speakers:In the popup window, select “Merge adjacent paragraphs with the same speaker name” to automatically consolidate consecutive paragraphs that have been labeled with the same speaker. This function is essential for creating a coherent and easily navigable document.

Review the result:After merging, the paragraphs will be seamlessly combined, and any necessary punctuation corrections will be made automatically, enhancing the readability of your transcript.

Access the "Fix Speakers" popup anytime to make quick adjustments.

Select “Condense and clear all speaker names.” This option is ideal for creating a cleaner, more unified document, especially useful in transcripts used for publications or official records where speaker labels may be superfluous.

Your transcript will then display without individual speaker labels, with paragraphs condensed into comprehensive sections, approximately 500 words each, making the document easier to read and analyze.

Why does AI Speech Pro detect extra speakers in my file?

Issues such as poor audio quality or overlapping voices can lead AI Speech Pro to mistakenly identify multiple speakers when there is actually only one. This can result in fragmented speaker labels, but these can be manually corrected for accuracy.

The 'Merge adjacent speakers' option didn’t fix my transcript. What else can I do?

If merging adjacent speakers does not resolve the issue, utilize the “Condense and clear all speaker names” option. This will eliminate all speaker labels and merge the text into longer, cohesive paragraphs, ideal for extensive reviews or when preparing formal documentation.

Will merging speakers fix punctuation and paragraphing?

Yes, merging speakers not only consolidates the spoken text but also fine-tunes the punctuation and paragraph structure, ensuring the transcript’s format is professional and easy to follow.

Can I manually rename speakers before merging?

Absolutely. Prior to activating the Fix Speakers tool, you have the option to manually rename any speaker. For instance, you can change "Speaker 2" to "Speaker 1" to maintain consistency throughout the transcript.

Will clearing all speaker names affect the transcript text?

Clearing all speaker names will not alter the actual content of the transcript. The text will simply be organized into larger, more manageable paragraphs, enhancing the document’s readability and making it easier to digest.

Can AI Speech Pro automatically detect and fix all speaker labeling errors?

While AI Speech Pro’s auto-labeling feature is highly accurate for most audio files, some cases, particularly those involving low-quality recordings or complex dialogue, may require manual adjustments to ensure precision.

For further assistance, please contact AI Speech Pro support at [email protected] or through the chatbox located in the bottom right corner of our website.