Express Scribe 5.40 is designed as a convenient and flexible software with an aim to assist the transcription of audio recordings. A typist can install it on their computer and control audio playback using a transcription footpedal or keyboard (with 'hot' keys). This transcribing software also offers valuable features for typists including variable speed playback, multi-channel control, playing video, file management, and more.

Major Features:

1. Variable speed playback (constant pitch)
2. Supports audio and video playback
3. Supports professional foot pedals which connect to the USB port to control playback. 
4. Uses 'hotkeys' to control playback when using other software (e.g., Word)
5. Dock both analog and digital portable voice recorders to load recordings
6. Works with Microsoft Word and all major word-processors
7. Automatically receives and loads files by internet (FTP), email or over a local computer network
8. Automatically sends typing to those who dictated the work
9. Works with speech recognition software such as Dragon Naturally Speaking to automatically convert speech to text
10. Loads CD audio directly - start to work as it loads in the background
11. Can switch to 'mini' mode to reduce screen space
12. Integrate with dictation management systems such as Express Delegate Dictation Workflow
13. Works with FastFox typing utility to turn difficult medical/legal phrases and common terms into mere shortcuts from your keyboard

Requirements:

• Works on Windows XP 2003/Vista/2008 and Windows 7
• For earlier versions please see Windows 98/ME and Windows 2000 respectively for legacy software.
• Sound Card or Integrated Sound Support.
• Optional - Foot Pedals - More info...
• Optional - SAPI Speech Engine (eg. Dragon Naturally Speaking, etc.)
• Optional - Internet connection for automatic online reception of files.