Phone transcription is a type of data entry where you take information over the phone via phone calls. Phone transcriptions are a much more highly skilled type of data entry work. Regular data entry allows the data entry clerk to read one file, and transfer the data to another file. Or, perhaps the clerk can listen to a recording and press rewind if they need to hear something again. Phone transcription is time sensitive. There is no rewind button, and the data entry keyer needs to get each word entered quickly and correctly the first time. On the other hand, phone calls can be recorded and the transcriptioninst could do their work from a recording which would be less demanding work.

There are many phone transcription services on the internet. Some offer computerized transciption service. Just call a particular number, leave a message, and the phone call will show up in text in your inbox. Phone transcription is basically no different form audio transcription. It is just a sound file that is converted into a text file.