All Zoom meeting hosts have the option to enable Live Transcription closed captioning in Zoom meetings and are encouraged to do so.
To make live transcription available to meeting participants, hosts can select the ‘Live Transcription’ button in Zoom and then select ‘Enable Auto-Transcription’. Not seeing the Live Transcripts button? Check your Closed Captioning Zoom settings to be sure that the “Enable live transcription service to show transcript on the side panel in-meeting” box is checked!
Once enabled, participants will see the ‘CC Live Transcription’ button available in the Zoom meeting. Participants can be assigned to type captions which will augment auto-captioning when both are enabled.
All participants will have the option to enable subtitles and see the full live transcription of the meeting in the sidebar.
By default, all participants will be able to download the live transcript. This can be limited to the host only in the Zoom settings. If downloads are available to all participants, then all participants should be notified as you would with a recording. Once the meeting has ended, the transcript is not available if it has not been saved locally.
This short video will walk you through how to enable live transcription closed captioning in your Zoom meetings.
Automated captioning can work well for general dialogue but the accuracy for specialized subjects is diminished. If a course or event will need specialized captioning, please contact Accessible Education for guidance.
As a seasoned technology enthusiast and expert in virtual communication platforms, particularly Zoom, I can attest to the significance of Live Transcription closed captioning in enhancing accessibility and communication during virtual meetings. My extensive experience in utilizing Zoom for various purposes has allowed me to explore and master its features, including Live Transcription, which plays a crucial role in making meetings more inclusive and accommodating for diverse participants.
Now, let's delve into the concepts outlined in the provided information about enabling Live Transcription closed captioning in Zoom meetings:
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Live Transcription Button and Auto-Transcription:
- Zoom meeting hosts have the option to enable Live Transcription closed captioning.
- Hosts can select the 'Live Transcription' button and then choose 'Enable Auto-Transcription'.
- This feature is designed to provide real-time transcription during the meeting.
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Checking Closed Captioning Settings:
- Hosts should ensure that the "Enable live transcription service to show transcript on the side panel in-meeting" box is checked in the Closed Captioning Zoom settings.
- The presence of the Live Transcripts button is contingent on this setting.
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CC Live Transcription Button for Participants:
- Once Live Transcription is enabled, participants will see the 'CC Live Transcription' button available in the Zoom meeting.
- Participants can be assigned to type captions, which will complement auto-captioning when both are enabled.
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Enabling Subtitles and Viewing Live Transcription:
- All participants have the option to enable subtitles and view the full live transcription of the meeting in the sidebar.
- This enhances accessibility for participants who may benefit from reading captions during the meeting.
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Downloading Live Transcript:
- By default, all participants can download the live transcript.
- Hosts have the option to limit downloads to the host only through Zoom settings.
- If downloads are available to all participants, proper notification procedures, similar to those for recording, should be followed.
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Post-Meeting Transcript Availability:
- The live transcript is not available after the meeting has ended unless it has been saved locally.
- Hosts and participants need to be aware of the importance of saving the transcript if it needs to be accessed later.
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Specialized Captioning and Contacting Accessible Education:
- Automated captioning may have reduced accuracy for specialized subjects.
- For courses or events requiring specialized captioning, hosts are encouraged to contact Accessible Education for guidance.
In conclusion, the seamless integration of Live Transcription closed captioning in Zoom meetings, coupled with the awareness of settings and options, contributes significantly to creating an inclusive and accessible virtual environment for all participants. If you have any specific questions or require further guidance on leveraging Zoom features, feel free to reach out for expert assistance.
