Import from Descript
Import Descript recordings into editable text.
Export the composition media or original recording from Descript, then upload the file here. Upload the file here for speaker labels, timestamps, and SRT export after sign-in.
- Free to try
- Speaker labels
- Timestamps
- No signup
Upload your descript export
Export the composition media or original recording from Descript, then upload the file here. MP3, M4A, MP4, and WAV work on this page.
- Free to try
- No signup
- Speaker labels
How to convert with File Transcribe
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Export or locate media from Descript
Export the composition media or original recording from Descript, then upload the file here.
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Upload on this page
Drop MP3, M4A, MP4, or WAV. Enable speakers for multi-person audio.
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Edit and export
Proofread names, export TXT, or sign in for SRT/VTT and a saved library.
Why transcribe to text?
People search for descript import or switch workflows when minute caps, pricing, or editors stop fitting. Re-transcribing from the source media is usually faster than fighting export formats — and you keep a portable master file.
What is this converter?
This page is a File Transcribe intent landing for Descript users. Upload your recording, get a draft transcript with timestamps, proofread, and export TXT or sign in for SRT/VTT.
Overview
Leaving Descript or just need a cleaner editor? File Transcribe is upload-first: bring the audio or video you already have, transcribe free within guest limits, and edit in the browser. No meeting bot required — you control the file. See also File Transcribe vs Descript.
Import & convert
When to use this
Switching from Descript
Keep your audio masters from Descript. Upload here for a fresh transcript in File Transcribe's editor without migrating proprietary project files.
Second editor for tough files
Use File Transcribe when you want guest try, daily caps, or SRT export alongside whatever you still use in Descript.
Archive cleanup
Re-transcribe old exports into a searchable library after you sign in — useful when past tools locked notes behind seats.
Caption publishing
Edit speakers, then export SRT/VTT for YouTube or your NLE once you have a free account.
Why use File Transcribe
AI transcription with an editor built for proofreading, Show notes · Quotes · Study guides · Blog drafts · Captions.
Upload-first, no bot
Bring descript exports or original recordings. File Transcribe never joins your live calls.
Speaker labels
Rename voices in multi-person files before you share or publish.
Subtitle path
Sign in free for SRT and VTT. Guests can still download TXT after a try.
Free guest try
Test on this page without an account. Guest files auto-delete after 24 hours.
Honest limits
Guest, free, Pro, and Plus use daily caps — see pricing before you commit volume.
Same media, new editor
You are not locked into one SaaS transcript format when you still have the audio.
Use cases
Who this helps
- Meetings →
Upload exported calls when bots are blocked or unwanted.
- Journalists →
Interview files with timestamps for quote checks.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I import a Descript transcript file directly?
File Transcribe regenerates text from audio or video. Export or download the original recording from Descript, then upload it here for a fresh timeline-synced transcript.
Do I need to cancel Descript first?
No. Many people keep both during a trial week. Upload one real file here and compare editor and export fit.
What formats work?
MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, and most common recorder exports. Video files transcribe the audio track.
Can I get subtitles?
Yes. Sign in free to export SRT and VTT after editing.
Is it free to try?
Yes. Guest daily limits apply on this page with no credit card required.
Import from Descript now
Upload your recording free — editable text in minutes.