How to Upload Audio & Video Files
Learn all the ways to upload files: drag & drop, browse, keyboard shortcuts, and supported formats.
TranscribeNext offers multiple ways to upload your audio and video files. Choose the method that works best for you.
Method 1: Drag & Drop
The fastest way to upload is by dragging your file directly onto the dashboard. Simply grab your file from your computer and drop it anywhere on the page.
Drag and drop file upload area
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Method 2: Upload Button
Click the "Upload" button in the top section of your dashboard, then browse your computer to select a file.
Method 3: Keyboard Shortcut
Press the U key on your keyboard to instantly open the upload dialog.
Pro Tip
Keyboard shortcuts make you faster! Press ? to see all available shortcuts.
Supported File Formats
- Audio: MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, FLAC, OGG, WebM
- Video: MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM, FLV, MPEG
- All video formats - audio will be automatically extracted
File Size Limits
- FREE Plan: Up to 50MB, 5 minutes max duration
- PRO Plan: Up to 2GB, 5 hours max duration
- BUSINESS Plan: Up to 5GB, 8 hours max duration
Upload Settings
When you upload a file, you'll see two modes:
- Smart Mode (Recommended) - AI automatically chooses best settings
- Custom Mode - Manually configure language, quality, and features
Important
Large files may take longer to upload. Make sure you have a stable internet connection.