General Typing Guide

This guide outlines the core transcription standards used by Loom Analytics to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across all projects.

This guide outlines the core transcription standards used by Loom Analytics to ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism across all projects.

The General Typing Guide covers essential formatting and editing rules for transcribers, including:

• Stutter and interruption formatting using dashes
• Slang and affirmative/negative word substitution rules
• Time and number formatting
• Quotation vs. paraphrasing punctuation standards
• How to use (ph) for phonetic words and (sic) for verbatim errors
• Transcription etiquette for interpreted sessions
• Proper use of timestamps
• Canadian spelling, punctuation, and stylistic preferences (including the Oxford comma and italicization guidelines)

Whether you're a new transcriber or looking to brush up on best practices, this guide helps you meet Loom’s quality standards with confidence.

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