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For studies with video or audio questions, you can play back participant recordings, read transcripts, and extract key moments.

Accessing Media Responses

From the Response Table

  1. Find a response that includes media
  2. Click on the response row
  3. Navigate to the media question
  4. Play the recording

Media Indicators

Responses with media show indicators in the table:
  • Video icon for video responses
  • Audio icon for audio responses
  • Transcript available indicator

The Media Player

Video Responses

The video player shows:
  • Full video playback
  • Play/pause controls
  • Volume adjustment
  • Progress bar with seeking
  • Fullscreen option

Audio Responses

The audio player includes:
  • Play/pause
  • Progress bar
  • Volume controls
  • Playback speed adjustment

Player Controls

ControlFunction
Play/PauseStart or stop playback
Progress barJump to specific points
VolumeAdjust audio level
SpeedPlay at 0.5x, 1x, 1.5x, 2x
FullscreenExpand video view

Transcripts

Automatic Transcription

Deepfield automatically transcribes all audio and video responses:
  • Speech converted to text
  • Timestamps included
  • Searchable content

Viewing Transcripts

Transcripts appear alongside or below the media player:
  • Read the full text
  • Click timestamps to jump to that point
  • Copy text for quotes

Transcript Features

FeatureDescription
Full textComplete transcription of spoken content
TimestampsTime markers for navigation
SearchFind specific words or phrases
CopyCopy transcript text for use elsewhere

Reviewing Media Responses

Best Practices

Watch/listen fully at least once. Don’t just skim transcripts—non-verbal cues matter.
Use transcripts for efficiency. Scan transcripts to find relevant sections, then watch those parts.
Adjust playback speed. Use 1.5x or 2x for faster review when appropriate.
Note timestamps. Mark interesting moments for later reference or sharing.

What to Look For

When reviewing media:
  • Key statements: Important quotes or insights
  • Emotional reactions: Tone, enthusiasm, hesitation
  • Non-verbal cues: Facial expressions, body language (video)
  • Specific examples: Stories or illustrations they share

Efficient Review

When you have many media responses:
  1. Start with transcripts: Scan for keywords or themes
  2. Flag interesting responses: Mark ones for full review
  3. Watch flagged responses: Give full attention to important ones
  4. Note key quotes: Document standout moments

Keyboard Shortcuts

Common shortcuts for media review:
ShortcutAction
SpacePlay/Pause
Arrow Left/RightSkip backward/forward
Up/DownVolume
(Check specific browser/player for supported shortcuts)

Media Quality

Quality Issues

Some recordings may have issues:
  • Background noise
  • Low volume
  • Poor video quality
  • Connection interruptions

Handling Poor Quality

If media quality is poor:
  • Check if transcript is usable
  • Note quality issues in your review
  • Consider excluding severely problematic recordings

Quality Indicators

Quality scores may reflect:
  • Audio clarity
  • Completeness of response
  • Technical quality of recording

Using Media in Analysis

Quotes and Citations

Media responses are valuable for:
  • Powerful quotes in reports
  • Video clips for presentations
  • Evidence supporting findings

Extracting Clips

If supported, you can:
  • Select specific portions of recordings
  • Create short clips
  • Save for use in presentations

Transcripts in Reports

AI-generated reports may include:
  • Selected quotes from transcripts
  • Links to original recordings
  • Citation of source responses

Common Questions

Automatic transcription isn’t perfect. Accents, background noise, or unclear speech can cause errors. The transcript is a guide, but always verify important quotes.
Transcript editing capabilities depend on your platform settings. Generally, transcripts are generated automatically and provide a reference.
Use any clip extraction features if available, or note the timestamp and share the full response with viewing instructions.
Technical issues occasionally occur. Check response quality flags and review what was captured. The participant’s written responses may still be available.

Media Privacy Considerations

When working with video/audio:
  • Participant consent was obtained during the study
  • Handle recordings appropriately
  • Limit sharing to authorized team members
  • Follow your organization’s data policies

Next Steps