How to Export Transcript from Descript

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May 12, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to export a transcript file from Descript in a few clicks.

Quick summary

Descript lets you export a transcript directly from your project by navigating to the Publish menu and selecting the Export tab. You can choose your preferred transcript format and download the file in seconds.

Steps

Click the Publish button in the top-right corner of the Descript interface.
Select the Export tab from the menu.
Choose the Transcript option.
Select a file format of your choice.
Review and confirm your preferred transcript format based on your needs.
Click Export to generate and download the transcript file.

📌 Why this matters

Exporting a transcript from Descript gives content creators, podcasters, and video editors a fast way to repurpose spoken content into written form. Descript's built-in transcript export supports multiple file formats, making it easy to use transcripts for captions, blog posts, or accessibility compliance. This feature eliminates the need for third-party transcription tools by letting users download accurate, AI-generated transcripts directly from their editing workflow. For teams working with audio and video content at scale, Descript's transcript export saves significant time and keeps production pipelines efficient.

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