What are the two primary modalities used for producing a digital transcript in court reporting?

• A. Stenographic input (or voice-writing) and synchronous audio capture for verification and post-processing.
• B. Handwritten notes and sign language interpretation.
• C. Video recording only.
• D. Typed memos and faxed transcripts.

Answer: (A)

Two main input streams drive a digital court transcript: stenographic input (or voice-writing) and synchronized audio capture. Stenographic input uses a specialized keyboard (stenotype) or a voice-writing method to capture speech quickly and convert it into text, providing the verbatim record. The synchronized audio capture records the actual proceedings in real time and is aligned with the transcript so the text can be verified, corrected, and post-processed as needed. Together, they ensure an accurate, verifiable digital transcript.

The other options don’t fit the standard workflow. Handwritten notes with sign language interpretation don’t automatically produce a digital transcript, video alone doesn’t yield a textual record, and typed memos or faxed transcripts aren’t the primary, efficient methods used for producing a digital court transcript.