
Descript
: How to use it, features, and the business problems it solves
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What is Descript?
An AI-powered creative platform for editing video and audio the way you edit text. Packed with features including transcription, voice synthesis, background removal, and subtitle generation to accelerate content production.
Business problems it solves
About "Descript"
How to Use
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Create an account and log in
Create an account on the official website and log in via the web app or desktop app (Windows/Mac).
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Import media files
Import the audio or video files you want to edit by dragging and dropping them.
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Run automatic transcription
The AI automatically transcribes the audio, enabling text-based editing.
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Edit audio and video through text editing
By editing the text, the corresponding audio and video are automatically edited as well.
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Make use of AI features
Use AI features such as voice synthesis with Overdub and gaze correction with Eye Contact to edit your content.
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Export and share
Once editing is complete, export your video or audio and share it on YouTube, podcasts, and more.
Features
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Text-based editing
By editing the transcribed text, the corresponding audio and video are automatically edited as well.
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Automatic transcription
Automatically transcribes audio and video to improve editing efficiency.
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Overdub (voice synthesis)
Train an AI on your own voice to generate natural-sounding speech from text.
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Studio Sound
The AI removes noise from your audio and transforms it into studio-quality sound.
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Eye Contact
The AI corrects your gaze to create footage that looks straight into the camera.
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Green Screen
Automatically removes the background so you can replace it with any background you like.
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Clip generation
The AI automatically extracts the most engaging clips to create short videos for social media.
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Multilingual translation
Automatically translates transcribed text into 23 languages, which can be added as subtitles.
Pricing
| Free | Creator | Pro | Business | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $0 | $15 | $30 | $50 |
| Annual price | $0 | $12/mo | $24/mo | $40/mo |
| Transcription hours/month | 1 hour | 10 hours | 30 hours | 40 hours |
| Video resolution | 720p (with watermark) | 4K (no watermark) | 4K (no watermark) | 4K (no watermark) |
| Overdub | Up to 1,000 words | Up to 1,000 words | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| AI features | Some limitations | Basic AI features | Advanced AI features | All AI features |
| Team features | None | None | None | Yes |
| Priority support | None | None | None | Yes |


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