Disclaimer: Please note that this course uses Instant Text 7 and not IT8 and 9. However, the big focus of this course is in learning shortcut methods, which is universal and transferrable to whatever expander you use.

Welcome to the first course of its kind, specifically designed to teach thetranscriptionisthow to become super efficient at the keyboard with theuse of atext expander!

In brief, the textexpander is a typing productivity tool thatdocks onto the bottom of anyword processor,such as MS Word, Google Docs, and editing platforms used by transcription companies. With the expander docked to your editing screen, specializedterminology and commonly usedphrases can betyped veryquickly usingabbreviations or shortcuts that the user assigns to the program. This significantlyreducesthe number of keystrokes needing to by typed, which in turn increases your speed immensely.The text expander also prevents critical spellingerrors and cuts down on the amount of wear and tear on your wrists, joints, and hands.

This course is geared toward the transcriptionist who has peaked in their level of productivity at the keyboard and would like to increase their line rate. This course will alsobenefit the transcriptionstudent who is looking for anin-depth courseon the textexpander so they are more prepared prior to entering the workforce.With the specializedterminology already providedwithin the textexpander glossaries, studentsand seasoned transcriptionists alike will feel more equipped and efficient in their work as a transcriptionist.

Stay ahead of the curve andlearn how to use the text expander program that all your colleagues aretalking about!