How do I sign up, install, and launch descript?

## Quick Setup 1. Visit [descript.com](https://www.descript.com/) and click 'Try for free' to create an account with email or Google. 2. Download the desktop app for Mac/Windows from the site (system requirements: macOS 11+, Windows 10+). 3. Install and launch Descript. Log in and familiarize with the Home tab, Drive view, and editor interface via **View > Editor layout**. ## Explore Interface - **Home tab**: Start new projects, chat with Underlord AI. - **Script editor**: Where transcription appears. - **Scene editor**: For visuals. - Check **Help > Descript layout and interface** for details.

How do I record or import media and transcribe?

## Add Content 1. **Record**: Use built-in **Recorder** (Editor Recorder or Screen Recorder) or **Rooms** for remote. Click record button, speak, stop. 2. **Import**: Drag audio/video files into project or use **+ Import**. 3. **AI Speech**: Home tab > Generate with AI Speaker: Type script, select voice, generate. ## Auto-Transcription - All media transcribes automatically (95%+ accuracy). - View/edit in script editor. Fix errors by selecting words > **Regenerate**.

How do I edit transcript like a document?

## Text-Based Editing 1. Delete words/sentences: Edits sync to audio/video automatically. 2. Cut/copy/paste text blocks to rearrange. 3. **Filler removal**: Select > Remove ums/uhs. 4. Adjust timing: Drag wordbar in timeline or **Trim spaces** between words. ## Write Mode - Toggle **Write mode** for distraction-free scripting. - Use **Selection toolbar** for bold/italics.

How do I build scenes, layouts, and timeline?

## Organize Visually 1. **Add scenes**: Split script > New scene for sections. 2. **Apply layouts**: Scene editor > Layout packs (e.g., split-screen, PiP). 3. **Stock media**: Add B-roll, music, text from **Stock panel**. ## Timeline Precision 1. Switch to **Timeline** view. 2. Drag wordbar for pacing. 3. Expand layers across scenes (hold Shift). 4. Add effects/transitions via **Effects** panel.

How do I polish with ai, collaborate, and export?

## AI Enhancements 1. **Studio Sound**: Select clip > Apply for noise removal. 2. **Underlord**: Chat for clips/templates/repurpose. 3. **Eye Contact** or **Green Screen** for video fixes. ## Share/Export 1. **Export**: File > Export > MP4/MP3. 2. **Publish link**: Share hosted page with comments. 3. Integrate: YouTube, HubSpot via Export options.

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Step-by-Step Guide

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Quick Setup

Visit descript.com and click 'Try for free' to create an account with email or Google.
Download the desktop app for Mac/Windows from the site (system requirements: macOS 11+, Windows 10+).
Install and launch Descript. Log in and familiarize with the Home tab, Drive view, and editor interface via View > Editor layout.

Explore Interface

Home tab: Start new projects, chat with Underlord AI.
Script editor: Where transcription appears.
Scene editor: For visuals.
Check Help > Descript layout and interface for details.

Why this step matters:

-Establishes your workspace for efficient editing
-Prepares you to handle real audio/video projects immediately

15-30 minutes

Web browser, Descript desktop app, Computer (Mac/Windows)

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Definition of Done

•Account created and verified
•App installed and first project started
•Interface panels (script, timeline, properties) located

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Ignoring system requirements

→Check https://help.descript.com for OS compatibility before install

❌ Using web version first without desktop

→Download desktop for full features like recording

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