CLT Technology & Software Tools Flashcards

What is the advantage of using dual monitors when performing legal transcription work?

Answer: One screen can display the transcript while the other shows reference materials or waveforms

Dual monitors allow transcriptionists to view the audio waveform or reference materials alongside the document they are editing.

Which type of headset is most recommended for legal transcription to minimize background noise?

Answer: Noise-canceling or closed-back headset

Noise-canceling or closed-back headsets block ambient noise so transcriptionists can hear every word clearly.

What is a 'waveform display' used for in transcription software?

Answer: Visually representing audio levels to identify pauses, speaker changes, or inaudible sections

Waveform displays allow transcriptionists to visually identify speech patterns, silences, and overlapping speech in recordings.

What does 'variable speed playback' allow a transcriptionist to do?

Answer: Slow down or speed up audio without altering pitch, aiding comprehension

Variable speed playback lets transcriptionists slow down fast or unclear speech while maintaining natural pitch and tone.

Why is it important for legal transcriptionists to keep their transcription software updated?

Answer: Updates fix bugs, improve compatibility, and may include updated legal dictionaries

Regular software updates fix security vulnerabilities, improve performance, and may include expanded legal terminology databases.

What is the purpose of a 'log note' or 'annotation' feature in transcription software?

Answer: To flag inaudible sections or uncertain words for review without altering the main transcript

Annotation features let transcriptionists mark problem areas — like inaudible passages — for later review without disrupting the transcript flow.