Otter.ai

Otter.ai is an AI-powered transcription and meeting assistant platform that converts spoken words into searchable, editable text in real-time. Think of it as a smart digital recorder that not only captures audio but also understands what's being said and organizes it for you.

The platform uses advanced machine learning technology to recognize speech patterns, identify different speakers, and create accurate transcriptions in English, French, and Spanish. Unlike simple recording apps, Otter provides intelligent features like automatic meeting summaries, action item extraction, and the ability to chat with your transcripts using AI.

What makes Otter special is its OtterPilot feature - an AI meeting assistant that can automatically join your virtual meetings, take notes, and create summaries even when you're not there. This means you can focus on the conversation instead of worrying about note-taking, making it perfect for busy professionals, students, and teams.

Getting started with Otter is straightforward and requires no technical knowledge. First, create a free account at otter.ai or download the mobile app from your app store.

For live recording: Open the app and tap the record button to start capturing audio. Otter will immediately begin transcribing speech in real-time, showing the text on your screen as people speak.

For virtual meetings: Connect your calendar to Otter, and the AI assistant will automatically join your scheduled Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams meetings. You can also manually add meeting links for instant transcription.

Key tips for best results:

• Ensure clear audio quality for better transcription accuracy

• Use the speaker identification feature to tag different people

• Add custom vocabulary for industry-specific terms or names

• Review and edit transcripts after meetings for accuracy

• Use folders to organize different types of conversations

• Export transcripts in multiple formats (PDF, Word, text) for sharing

The platform remembers your preferences and gets better at recognizing speech patterns the more you use it.

• Real-time AI transcription in three languages

• Automatic meeting summaries and action items

• OtterPilot AI assistant joins meetings automatically

• Speaker identification and custom vocabulary

• Integration with Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet

• AI chat to query transcripts instantly

• Mobile apps and Chrome extension available

• File upload and bulk export capabilities

• Team collaboration and sharing tools

• Advanced search across all conversations