Yinon Ben Shoshan

27/10/2021

Wednesday, 27 October 2021, 10:07 Updated: 10:28

Zoom launches automatic translation in video calls

Video software users can now view subtitles during calls using a new live transcript tool.

At first, the subtitles are only available in English, and the company is expected to expand the feature to other languages ​​soon.

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Zoom (Photo: Walla! Technology, Yinon Ben-Shoshan)

The upgrade that many have been waiting for has arrived: Zoom announced yesterday (Tuesday) the launch of a new tool for automatic subtitles (live transcript) during Zoom's video calls - also in the free version.

This feature, which provides automatic captioning during zoom call management, is also available for paid Zoom accounts and Zoom Video Webinars and is designed to help people with hearing difficulties during calls.

Initially, the service is only available in English, with the company planning to expand it to other languages ​​in the near future.

According to Zoom Product Manager Theresa Larkin, it is important for the company that everyone can connect, communicate and participate successfully through Zoom.

"Without the right accessibility tools, people with disabilities face difficult barriers when using video communication solutions. We at Zoom focus on building a platform that is accessible to everyone, and features like automatic subtitles are an important part of this mission."

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Automatic transcript in a video call (Photo: Zoom)

How to enable automatic subtitles?

To get started, enable the feature through the Zoom Web Portal.

Go to Settings - Meetings - under In Meetings (advanced) click on Closed Captions - and confirm activation.

Call participants can still privately ask the meeting host to allow live transcript during the meeting using the meeting toolbar.

Zoom also supports manual subtitling as well as integration with third-party subtitle services.

Larkin emphasizes that Zoom offers many accessibility and accessibility features across the Zoom platform, such as accessible keyboards, screen reader support and voice mail transcript.

"Our mission is to enable a more egalitarian communication experience."

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