Goal
Convert .vtt transcript files into clean text, upload to Copilot, remove timestamps, and generate a summary of the class or meeting. Then refine the summary by asking Copilot to adjust details.
Steps
1. Prepare the Transcript
  • Locate your .vtt file (commonly generated by video conferencing tools like Zoom or Teams).
  • Rename the file extension:
    • Change .vtt → .txt
      (Right-click → Rename → Replace .vtt with .txt)
2. Upload to Copilot in teams
  • Open Copilot in teams or your browser - Chat | M365 Copilot
  • Drag and drop the .txt file into the chat window or use the Upload option.
3. Remove Timestamps
  • After upload, ask Copilot:
    Remove all timestamps and speaker labels from this transcript.
  • Copilot will return a clean version of the text.
4. Generate a Summary
  • Next, prompt Copilot:
    Summarize this transcript into key points and action items.
  • For classes, you can specify:
    Summarize this as lecture notes with main topics and subtopics.
  • For meetings:
    Summarize this as meeting minutes with decisions and next steps.
5. Refine the Summary
  • If the summary includes unnecessary details, ask:
    Remove any small talk and keep only technical discussion.
  • Or:
    Make this summary more concise and remove repetitive points.
Pro Tips
  • Use specific instructions for tone and format:
    • “Make it bullet points.”
    • “Highlight deadlines.”
    • “Create a study guide from this.”
  • You can iterate until the summary meets your needs.