With Tactiq, you have complete control over what gets transcribed and saved in your library.
Currently, we have 2 different methods of pausing transcriptions
The ⏸️
Pausebutton allows you to pause transcribing during a meetingThe
Always ask about transcribingsetting allows you to decide whether to transcribe a meeting before it starts.
Note: The ⏸️ pause button is accessible on all plans, while Always ask about transcribing is only available on the paid plan.
The ⏸️ Pause button (On all plans)
During a meeting, open the Tactiq widget and locate the
Pausebutton.
Click the
Pausebutton to stop transcription. Once you pause, you'll see a message:
Your transcript has been paused. To resume transcribing, click the pause button again.
Note: Meetings or skipped sections during a pause cannot be recovered.
Always ask about transcribing (Paid plan only)
If you're using an older version of the Auto-Pause feature and want to upgrade to the latest version:
Head to
Account & Settings, and scroll down to Auto Pause, and disable this setting.After disabling it, refresh your browser to enable the
Always ask before transcribingoption.
Whether you're switching to the newer version of the Auto-Pause feature or exploring how to use it for the first time, here’s how you can enable it:
To enable this feature:
Go to the Tactiq dashboard and navigate to
Account & Settings.
Scroll down and enable the settings for
always ask about transcribing.
What happens when this feature is enabled?
Once enabled, Tactiq will ask you before every meeting whether you'd like to begin transcription.
You can choose between Yes to start transcribing or No to skip transcription for that session.
If you select No, no transcription will occur for that meeting, and you can continue without any interruption.
Here's also a table summarizing the settings and their meanings:
Option | What happens |
| Your meeting will be transcribed |
| Your meeting will not be transcribed |
| This will toggle off the settings automatically. |
| You’ll be directed to the |
FAQs
Why is the setting Always ask for transcribing setting not available for me on a paid plan?
Why is the setting Always ask for transcribing setting not available for me on a paid plan?
If you're using an older version of the Auto-Pause feature and want to install the latest setting:
Head to
Account & Settings, and scroll down to Auto Pause, and disable this setting.After disabling it, refresh your browser to enable the
Always ask before transcribingoption.
Is the Always Ask About Transcribing feature available on free plans?
Is the Always Ask About Transcribing feature available on free plans?
The "Always Ask About Transcribing" feature is available exclusively on all of our paid plan. When enabled, Tactiq will prompt you before each meeting, allowing you to decide whether or not to transcribe it. To better understand which plan suits your needs, see this quick guide here.
How can I stop transcription to save credits on a free plan?
How can I stop transcription to save credits on a free plan?
On the Free plan, transcription starts automatically for each meeting. To save your credits, simply click pause the transcription manually once it begins.
Help, I can't find the transcription on my dashboard!
Help, I can't find the transcription on my dashboard!
Unfortunately, we can't help you to retrieve the transcription if the meeting transcription was paused.
Benefits of Always Ask About Transcribing
Benefits of Always Ask About Transcribing
More Control: Decide on a meeting-by-meeting basis whether to transcribe.
Flexibility: You’re not locked into automatic transcription, which is ideal if you want to save time or avoid recording certain meetings.
Less Distraction: Tactiq won’t automatically transcribe your meetings unless you opt-in, so you can focus on what matters most.
If you still need help, contact support.