How to Record System Audio Output Using Soundflower on High Sierra

If you want to hear what's going on while recording system audio output using Soundflower on High Sierra, you need to create a composite output channel. You can use the Audio MIDI Setup app to achieve this.

First, go to Google Docs and open a Word document. Then, go to Tools and select Voice Typing. Make sure that you're not muting any of the channels. Next, go to your Mac's Sound settings and select Soundflower for both Input and Output.

On MacOS High Sierra 10.13.6, you'll need to install the Soundflower driver for your OS. Once installed, follow these steps:

1. Create a composite output channel using Audio MIDI Setup app.

2. Open Google Docs and go to Tools > Voice Typing.

3. Make sure that none of the channels are muted.

4. Go to your Mac's Sound settings and select Soundflower for both Input and Output.

Using SoundFlower to record system audio output can be a bit tricky, as it may not allow you to hear the audio at the same time. However, by following these steps, you should be able to successfully record your system's audio output using Soundflower on High Sierra.

If you're looking for alternative solutions, there are several free tools available that can help make the video captioning process easier. Some of these tools include:

Additionally, many video conferencing platforms offer automated live transcription features. For example, Zoom offers a feature that allows you to enable or disable closed captioning and live transcription services.

In terms of passive transcription, where you're mainly interested in reading what others are saying, such as during a meeting or conference, there are several options available. However, if you need an active role in the meeting, such as input/output audio channels, these options may not be suitable.

Some other types of media events that can benefit from automatic transcription include:

* A browser playing a webcast

* An application playing some video online or on-demand

* Zoom desktop client

* Etc.

Overall, using Soundflower to record system audio output on High Sierra requires some setup and configuration, but it can be done with the right tools and knowledge.

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