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How to Use Otter.ai

Step-by-step beginner-level guide covering 5 essential steps for how to use otter.ai. Includes tips for otter-ai and fireflies-ai and common troubleshooting solutions.

12 min read Updated: 2026-01-15 5 steps
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In This Guide

  1. 1 Create account
  2. 2 Connect calendar
  3. 3 Record or import
  4. 4 Review transcript
  5. 5 Share summaries
1

Create account

Sign up at otter.ai. Free tier available. This step covers create account, an essential part of the how to use otter.ai process.

2

Connect calendar

Link to auto-join scheduled meetings. This step covers connect calendar, an essential part of the how to use otter.ai process.

3

Record or import

Record live or upload audio files. This step covers record or import, an essential part of the how to use otter.ai process.

4

Review transcript

Read, search, highlight key points. This step covers review transcript, an essential part of the how to use otter.ai process.

5

Share summaries

Export or share with team. This step covers share summaries, an essential part of the how to use otter.ai process.

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Pro Tips

  • Connect calendar
  • Use mobile for in-person
  • Search past conversations
  • Export summaries

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Frequently Asked Questions

Accuracy?
85-95% with clear audio. Understanding this aspect of How to Use Otter.ai helps ensure alignment between your expectations and what the platform actually delivers.
How long does it take to complete this guide?
The How to Use Otter.ai guide takes about 12 min to read. For beginner-level users, hands-on implementation typically requires 30-45 minutes to complete all 5 steps. Your actual time depends on familiarity with the tools involved.
What skill level is this guide designed for?
Complete beginners can follow this guide. We start with create account and connect calendar and explain each concept as it appears.
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Last updated: January 15, 2026
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