How to Transcribe Meetings on Mac: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Learn how to automatically transcribe video conferences, webinars, and meetings on your Mac with system audio capture - no external hardware required.
The Challenge of Mac Meeting Transcription
Transcribing online meetings on Mac has traditionally been difficult. Unlike mobile devices, Macs don't have a built-in way to capture system audio for transcription. This means you couldn't easily transcribe video conferences without expensive hardware setups.
With macOS 15.2 and apps like EchoPilot, this has changed. You can now capture system audio directly and transcribe any audio playing on your Mac in real-time.
Requirements
- macOS 15.2 or later - Required for system audio capture
- EchoPilot for Mac - Available on the App Store
- Screen Recording permission - Required for system audio access
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Download EchoPilot
Download EchoPilot from the Mac App Store. The app is free to download with 5 hours of transcription included each month.
Step 2: Grant Permissions
When you first open EchoPilot, it will ask for microphone and screen recording permissions. Screen recording permission is required to capture system audio.
Step 3: Enable System Audio Capture
In EchoPilot settings, enable "System Audio Capture". This allows the app to transcribe audio from any application, including video conferencing apps.
Step 4: Start Your Meeting
Join your video conference as normal. Then click the record button in EchoPilot to start transcribing. The app will capture both your microphone and the system audio.
Step 5: Get AI Summary
After your meeting, EchoPilot can generate an AI summary with key points, action items, and decisions. Choose from multiple AI models including GPT-4, Claude, and Gemini.
Tips for Best Results
- Use headphones to prevent echo between speakers and microphone
- Ensure stable internet connection for real-time transcription
- Close unnecessary browser tabs to reduce background noise
- Enable Notion sync to automatically save transcriptions
Start Transcribing Meetings on Your Mac
Download EchoPilot free and get 5 hours of transcription every month.
Download on App Store