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A question about transcribing (self.Blind)
submitted by Buffalo__Buffalo
Hi folks,
I occasionally do some transcribing of images that appear on reddit but I have had this nagging feeling that I really want to address - I feel like all my good intentions aren't worth much if the formatting doesn't work for accessibility tools and text-to-speech etc. so I wanted to ask you this:
What are some things which are helpful or unhelpful when it comes to transcription?
I will write a couple of replies here as examples of how I do my transcription and I'd love some feedback on where there could be improvements. Thanks to anyone who has taken the time to read this post!
I occasionally do some transcribing of images that appear on reddit but I have had this nagging feeling that I really want to address - I feel like all my good intentions aren't worth much if the formatting doesn't work for accessibility tools and text-to-speech etc. so I wanted to ask you this:
What are some things which are helpful or unhelpful when it comes to transcription?
I will write a couple of replies here as examples of how I do my transcription and I'd love some feedback on where there could be improvements. Thanks to anyone who has taken the time to read this post!
fastfinge 3 points 5y ago
These formats are fine! However, if you're interested in being part of an organized team of transcribers, check out /r/transcribersofreddit. They have standardized formatting types for all sorts of images that work well with screen readers, and they have a system for tracking completed transcriptions and assigning flare, as well as an automated system for requesting transcriptions from subreddits who want to make sure all the images in there sub get transcribed.
bradley22 1 points 5y ago
Hello. Your descriptions are fine. I really appreciate them and the amount of time that must go in to describing images. Also I would like to thank you and others who have made imiges and videos enjoyable for those of us who are blind.
Buffalo__Buffalo [OP] 1 points 5y ago
#Accessibility Description
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Image is a picture with a Pokeball in the top right hand corner from the anime Pokemon. Text on the image is as follows:
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##Action Point
Pokémon Go was a huge fad for millions of people around the world. Hordes of trainers would go outside each day to catch new Pokémon, power them up, and then train to take over the nearest gym with their teammates. Teams had to be on guard for attacks from rival trainers seeking to take over gyms.
Life involves always being on alert and training for what Satan may throw at you next.
\>How can you "power up" your walk with Christ, so you are better prepared for difficult times?
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This is an example of a simple transcription of a text-heavy image with a brief description followed by the text. What would make this easier for you to read?
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Image is a picture with a Pokeball in the top right hand corner from the anime Pokemon. Text on the image is as follows:
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##Action Point
Pokémon Go was a huge fad for millions of people around the world. Hordes of trainers would go outside each day to catch new Pokémon, power them up, and then train to take over the nearest gym with their teammates. Teams had to be on guard for attacks from rival trainers seeking to take over gyms.
Life involves always being on alert and training for what Satan may throw at you next.
\>How can you "power up" your walk with Christ, so you are better prepared for difficult times?
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This is an example of a simple transcription of a text-heavy image with a brief description followed by the text. What would make this easier for you to read?
Buffalo__Buffalo [OP] 1 points 5y ago
#Accessibility Description
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Image depicts a photo of a computer screen (which may cause what is known as a moire effect and which may be remarked upon in the comments.) The photo is of a conversation in personal messages. Dates and time stamps have not been transcribed as they are not important to the conversation. Spelling and grammatical errors have been retained. Poster's comments (/u/Bad_Wolf_Girl_) are indicated with [OP] at the start of their messages.
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>Are you girl if so need boyfriend? Looking for girl gamers hang out with im single i can take slow i know girls dont want boyfriend quickly i can talk about myself start if wanted know about me if ur guy no question if ur guy i dont date guy im straight male looking for girlfriend if ur intrested
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>[OP] Whhhyyyyy
>[OP] This is so creepy
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>Sorry message wrong person
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Does this example work for a conversation between two people? Is it better to indent a conversation like this instead:
>Hello, how are you
>>I am good thanks. How are you?
>I'm okay but I have this annoying headache which won't seem to go away
>>I'm sorry to hear that. This often happens to me when I'm dehydrated. Have you been drinking enough water?
>I might get a drink right now, thanks for the advice
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Image depicts a photo of a computer screen (which may cause what is known as a moire effect and which may be remarked upon in the comments.) The photo is of a conversation in personal messages. Dates and time stamps have not been transcribed as they are not important to the conversation. Spelling and grammatical errors have been retained. Poster's comments (/u/Bad_Wolf_Girl_) are indicated with [OP] at the start of their messages.
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>Are you girl if so need boyfriend? Looking for girl gamers hang out with im single i can take slow i know girls dont want boyfriend quickly i can talk about myself start if wanted know about me if ur guy no question if ur guy i dont date guy im straight male looking for girlfriend if ur intrested
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>[OP] Whhhyyyyy
>[OP] This is so creepy
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>Sorry message wrong person
****
Does this example work for a conversation between two people? Is it better to indent a conversation like this instead:
>Hello, how are you
>>I am good thanks. How are you?
>I'm okay but I have this annoying headache which won't seem to go away
>>I'm sorry to hear that. This often happens to me when I'm dehydrated. Have you been drinking enough water?
>I might get a drink right now, thanks for the advice
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