Turning text in the environment into editable, digital text is something I’ve talked about often:
- In April, we learned How to Turn Handwriting into Text with Google Lens
- In July, it was How to Convert Handwriting to Editable Text (with ChatGPT)
- In September, I showed you how Gboard: How To Quickly Turn Print Into Editable Text using Gboard
Today, I’m going to show you a fourth way. I’m especially excited about this because, we’re also going to be able to take natural speech, up to about 25 minutes of it, and transcribe it into text. From there, we can summarize it using AI. But I’m getting ahead of myself.
In the ever-evolving world of productivity tools, Evernote has just upped the ante with its latest transcription features. These new capabilities are set to revolutionize how we capture and digitize information from our environment. Let’s dive into what’s new and how it might change your workflow.
Handwriting to Text: Easier Than Ever
Evernote has introduced a powerful new transcription feature that can convert handwritten notes into editable digital text with remarkable accuracy. Here’s how it works:
- Take a photo of your handwritten notes using the Evernote app.
- Tap the new “Transcribe” button that appears at the top of the image.
- Watch as Evernote accurately converts your handwriting into digital text.
This feature works impressively well with various types of handwriting and even complex documents like book covers or product labels.
Voice to Text: Natural Speech Recognition
Evernote’s voice transcription capabilities have also received a significant upgrade:
- Record audio directly within an Evernote note.
- Tap the “Transcribe” button to convert the audio into text.
- The system understands context, resulting in highly accurate transcriptions.
- No need to dictate punctuation – speak naturally, and Evernote handles the rest.
Potential Workflow Changes
These new features could significantly impact how we:
- Take and digitize meeting notes
- Capture ideas on the go
- Transcribe interviews or lectures
- Quickly digitize printed materials
By combining text, image, and audio transcription in one place, Evernote is positioning itself as an all-in-one solution for capturing and organizing information from various sources.
Can developments like what we’ve discussed here significantly change our workflow? Better tools lead to better practice. Learning new tools takes time, and time is a rare commodity.
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