Use Ask Plaud to query any recording directly, with one-tap actions to generate a summary, action items, or a draft email.
What is Ask Based on a Single File?
Ask Based on a Single File is a mode within Ask Plaud. It limits the AI's analysis to one specific recording.
It bases all responses on your file's transcript and summary, and attaches clickable timestamps to every answer so you can verify them. This mode supports both open questions and pre-built Quick Actions.
How to ask a question about a single file?
Open Ask Plaud within any recording and use one of two ways:
- Type a question: Enter your question in the ASK field at the bottom of the screen. For example: "What was the product launch date mentioned?"
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Use Quick Actions: Tap a pre-built button for common tasks, including Summarize, Get Insights, Generate To-Dos, and Write Email.
What you receive from Ask Plaud
Every query returns:
- Structured responses: Plaud extracts clear, formatted answers based on your request.
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Linked timestamps: Responses include clickable timestamps that link to the transcript and the original text, so you can check the source.
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Follow-up questions: Get 3 to 5 suggested questions to explore your recording further.<br>
Available actions
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Edit responses: Edit any AI response to adjust the direction of the conversation.
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Save responses: Save any response as a summary note with a single tap.<br>
Notes on Ask Based on a Single File
- Single-file scope: Analysis is limited to the active transcript. Use Ask Across All Files for questions across multiple recordings.
- Timestamp links: Tap any timestamp in an answer to jump to that moment in the recording.
- Saved notes: Use the one-tap save action to keep Ask Plaud responses as notes attached to your file.<br>
FAQ about Ask Based on a Single File
How does this differ from Ask Across All Files?
Ask Based on a Single File limits the AI's analysis to one specific recording, which gives you more depth for a single meeting. Ask Across All Files searches your entire library. Use it when you do not know which file holds the information you need.
Why are clickable timestamps included in the response?
Timestamps let you verify any answer. Tap a link to go directly to that moment in your transcript, so you can confirm each response against your original audio.
Can I save an Ask Plaud response for future reference?
Yes. Tap the save icon to attach any response as a note to your recording. Saved notes are available in both the Plaud App and Plaud Web.