![]() Technical issues with transcribing and saving can happen from time to time, but these browsers tend to work more smoothly with the transcription tool than others. Firefox and Chrome are best optimised for the website. Other transcribers are probably your best bet when you need help with a transcription, especially those who have worked on the item or story previously. Although details such as printed text, page numbers, addresses, dates and images (such as stamps) are easily overlooked, it is important to transcribe as much information as possible. Don’t forget the details – all information is equally important.If you find yourself completely stuck, it’s also a good idea to skip the item, and try your hand at the next page. Write whatever you can, because your contribution, no matter how big, makes a great difference for us and the next person working on the item. Don’t give up if you can’t transcribe the entire item. Transcribe as much as you can – every little bit helps.Spelling and grammar mistakes can be noted with, but only if you find it really necessary. Instead, transcribe whatever you see written and retain its original form. ![]() If you happen to find mistakes or gaps in the text, if the grammar or spelling is incorrect, or if you can’t read certain words, do not try to modernise or correct them. ![]()
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