Meeting Recording & Transcription
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Updated on:
Aug 6, 2021
Converting an MP3 file to Word: what solutions are available?
Noota converts MP3 files to Word documents instantly. Compare manual transcription, Word's built-in tool, and Noota's AI-powered solution.
Do you need to convert an MP3 file to Word and need help with it? Good news, you've come to the right place! In this article, we will show you how to convert an MP3 file to Word in just a few clicks!
Manually converting my audio file to Word ✍🏼
The first solution is, of course, to manually transcribe your MP3 file. However, this option is known to be the most tedious.
It requires a lot of time and concentration. It is certainly the most cost-effective solution, but not the fastest or most efficient.
You need to find other solutions to quickly and easily transcribe your MP3 file into text.
Automatically converting my MP3 file to Word 👩🏼💻
Previously, it was already possible to use voice recognition: Word would transcribe the audio into text in real-time. However, this solution was of low quality and required significant proofreading and correction time.
Now, word processing software allows you to convert an audio file to text. However, Microsoft imposes some conditions to fulfill before being able to enjoy this new functionality, such as the requirement of having a Microsoft 365 subscription or using the online version of Word.
As you may have understood, the transcription solution offered by Word is not free. Similarly, its transcription may have some errors, especially in terms of punctuation or interpretation of certain words. Proofreading and correction will be necessary to improve the quality of your document.
Furthermore, Word's transcription is not feasible if you need a transcription tool on a daily basis. This functionality is limited to 5 hours of audio per month, and the imported file size should not exceed 200 MB.
Using Noota to convert my MP3 file to Word 🚀
Converting an MP3 to Word has never been easier. With Noota, import your MP3 audio file into the platform and let yourself be guided!
It only takes a few minutes to convert your MP3 file to Word. Then, you can make modifications to your transcription and export it in the format of your choice.
If you wish, you can even share your file with others to benefit from your transcription.
If you need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. The entire Noota team will be delighted to help you. ✨
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FAQ
Manual transcription involves listening to your MP3 and typing the content directly into Word.
- Play audio file while typing simultaneously
- Pause frequently to keep up with speech pace
- Review and edit for accuracy and formatting
Word's transcription feature has strict usage caps and quality constraints for regular users.
- Limited to 5 hours of audio per month maximum
- Requires Microsoft 365 subscription or online version
- File size cannot exceed 200 MB per upload
Noota outperforms Word with unlimited transcription, superior accuracy, and faster processing times.
- Unlimited monthly transcription hours vs Word's 5-hour cap
- 80+ language support with 4.9/5 G2 rating from 5000+ teams
- Export to multiple formats and share instantly with collaborators
Noota is the ideal solution for frequent MP3-to-Word conversions with unlimited usage and professional-grade accuracy.
- Saves 6.4 hours per week with 80% admin reduction
- No monthly limits or subscription restrictions
- Try Noota free — no credit card needed
