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I occasionally work with recordings where the audio briefly cuts out or skips, making timestamps confusing.

Mar 16, 2026 - Posted by Meghan in Editing & Proofreading

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During transcription or editing, I sometimes encounter audio that cuts out briefly or jumps ahead in the recording. This creates uncertainty about where the next timestamp should go and whether the timeline should be adjusted. I want to maintain accuracy and follow best practices, but I’m not always sure how professionals handle these situations. What’s the best way to manage timestamps when the audio is inconsistent or skips during playback?



TranscriptionBrat on 03-23-2026

Always follow the actual audio timeline - never adjust timestamps just to make the transcript look smooth. If the audio cuts, skips, or jumps, place the next timestamp where the sound actually resumes, not where it “should” be. For gaps, you can add tags like [audio gap] or [inaudible] to keep things clear. Avoid fixing or stretching time, as it reduces accuracy and can cause issues in syncing or professional use.

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