Export format

Export transcripts as Plain text

Universal plain-text transcript with no styling, ideal for copy/paste and indexing.

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What is Plain text?

TXT is a plain text file that stores your transcript as simple lines. It keeps speaker labels and paragraph breaks but adds no styling or timecodes.

If you need time-synced captions, export SRT or VTT instead.

Format quick facts

  • Export extension: .txt
  • Best for: Quick copy/paste into notes, emails, or a CMS
  • Common pitfall: No timestamps or captions support

Best use cases

  • Quick copy/paste into notes, emails, or a CMS
  • Search and analysis workflows (keywording, LLMs, research coding)
  • Lightweight sharing when formatting does not matter

Common pitfalls

  • No timestamps or captions support
  • No bold, italics, or headings; structure must live in the text itself
  • Line wrapping can look different between editors

Compatibility notes

  • Opens in any text editor on any device
  • Easy to import into spreadsheets or analysis tools

Sample TXT snippet

Host: Welcome to the interview series. Guest: Thanks for having me. Host: Let's start with how you got into the field. Guest: I began as a research assistant in 2012. Host: What changed your perspective? Guest: Hearing users describe the pain points.

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Transcribe and export

Start from audio or video, then export as TXT.

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FAQ

Short answers to the most common TXT export questions.

Does TXT include timestamps?

No. TXT exports are plain text without timecodes. For timed captions, export SRT or VTT.

Can I open TXT in Google Docs or Word?

Yes. TXT opens in any editor. You can paste or import it into Docs or Word and format it as needed.

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