This article explains how to use Tactiq to capture live transcripts during your Zoom meetings. It covers the minimum Zoom setting required, how to enable closed captioning as a host, and how to change the caption language during a meeting.
To use Tactiq with Zoom, make sure:
You're signed in to your Tactiq account
You join Zoom meetings using the web browser, not the desktop app
Automated captionsis enabled in your Zoom settings
How to enable Zoom settings for Tactiq
Tactiq only needs one Zoom setting enabled to work correctly:
Go to your Zoom settings
Under
In Meeting (Advanced), turn onAutomated captions
💡 Note:
While Tactiq works primarily with Zoom meetings joined in a web browser, not the desktop client, we currently have a Zoom desktop app in beta for macOS. If you'd like to try it, please follow these instructions and reach out to support if you're interested in becoming a beta user.
How to allow captioning as the meeting host
If you're the host, you need to allow closed captioning:
Click the
More(...) button in the Zoom toolbar and selectCaptions
Go to
Host Caption Control Settings
Turn on
Allow Closed Captioning for this meeting
Optional host setting:
Allow only the host to change the caption language— Enable this if you want to prevent participants from switching languages
How to change the caption language in Zoom
If the host allows it, anyone can change the caption language:
Click
More(...) in the Zoom toolbar
Select
Captions>Caption language
Choose the language you want to use
FAQs
Does Tactiq work with the Zoom desktop app?
Does Tactiq work with the Zoom desktop app?
No. Tactiq works only when you join Zoom meetings in a web browser.
💡 Note: The Zoom desktop app beta for macOS is currently paused. In the meantime, please use Tactiq with Zoom in your Chrome browser, which is fully supported and recommended. If you need help setting this up, feel free to reach out to our support team.
Zoom integration isn’t working—what should I check?
Zoom integration isn’t working—what should I check?
Confirm you're signed in to both Tactiq and Zoom
Make sure
Automated captionsis enabled in Zoom settingsJoin the meeting using a web browser, not the desktop app
How do I access unsaved transcripts?
How do I access unsaved transcripts?
Open the Tactiq extension from your browser, and you’ll see a banner if you have any unsaved transcripts. Click VIEW to open and save them.
Does Tactiq require a bot to join the room?
Does Tactiq require a bot to join the room?
No, Tactiq does not require a bot to join your meeting room. Tactiq integrates directly with popular video conferencing platforms like Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom to provide real-time transcriptions without needing a separate bot.
Need help? Contact support.