This is your most important training session. In the next 30-45 minutes, you'll complete a real annotation task while learning every professional technique our best annotators use. It's intensive because we're teaching you to work at expert level from day 1.
Stay focused, follow every step, and you'll finish this session as a competent professional annotator.
You have DataPlus open with your first task ready. I will guide you through every single click, every keystroke, every decision. By the end, you will have completed your first task and learned the professional shortcuts that make you 3x faster.
What You Will Accomplish Today
By the end of this guide:
✅ Complete your first annotation task - From the very first click to final submission
✅ Master 12 keyboard shortcuts - Each one explained with exactly when and how to use it
✅ Understand quality standards - Every punctuation rule, every grammar requirement
✅ Submit professional work - Zero errors, perfect formatting
✅ Build efficient workflow - The exact rhythm that experienced annotators use
Time needed: 30-35 minutes for first task (vs. 60+ minutes without shortcuts)
Skills gained:
Complete professional annotation workflow + shortcuts that save 2+ hours daily
Before We Start: Check Your Workspace
You should see the DataPlus annotation platform open with your first task loaded. Let's verify everything is ready and understand what each part does.
Complete Workspace Check
Verify you can see ALL of these areas:
Area 1 - Task Information (Top-Left Corner):
Small box showing file details
Should display: Data ID, File name, Job ID
Example: "Data ID: #12345, File: interview_001.wav"
Area 2 - Audio Waveform (Center):
Large area with blue/green wave lines
Colored segments (boxes) dividing the audio
Timeline showing minutes and seconds
Area 3 - Control Bar (Bottom):
Play/pause button (triangle or two lines)
Speed controls (1.0x, 0.5x, 1.5x options)
Volume slider
Rewind/fast-forward buttons
Area 4 - Text Editing Area:
Box with text inside
Shows computer's guess at transcription
Cursor blinking where you can type
Area 5 - Tag Buttons Panel (Right Side):
Buttons labeled [N], [OVERLAP/], [/OVERLAP], [IVS], etc.
Used for special situations
Never type these manually - always click buttons
Area 6 - Speaker Roles (Left Side):
Shows Role 1, Role 2, Role 3, Role N
Gender assignment options (Male/Female)
Speaker management tools
If any area is missing: Close the task, refresh your browser, and click "Label" again on your task.
Step 1: Prepare to Work Professionally (5 minutes)
1A: Listen to Complete Audio File First (3 minutes)
Before you transcribe anything, you need to understand the whole conversation. Professional annotators always do this first.
🔥 SHORTCUT #1: SPACE = PLAY/STOP AUDIO
Never click the play button with your mouse. Use Space bar instead.
Detailed Steps:
Position your thumb over Space bar - Feel for the long key at bottom of keyboard
Press Space bar once - Audio should start playing immediately
Listen to entire audio file - Don't pause, just listen and understand
Press Space bar again - When audio finishes, or if you need to pause to think
Why Space bar is essential:
100x faster than mouse clicking - No hand movement needed
Professional workflow - Keep hands on keyboard always
Instant control - Stop exactly when you need to verify something
Builds rhythm - Smooth workflow without interruption
While listening, actively notice these details:
How many speakers do you hear?
1 person talking alone (monologue)
2 people having conversation (interview or dialogue)
3+ people talking (meeting or group discussion)
Write down the number - you'll need this for speaker assignment
What is the audio quality like?
Very clear speech (easy to understand every word)
Some background noise (dogs, cars, wind)
Phone call quality (slightly muffled but understandable)
Poor quality (difficult to hear clearly)
What language are they speaking?
Is it the correct language for your project?
Are they speaking primarily in your project language?
Do they switch between languages occasionally?
Are there any obvious problems?
Extremely loud noise covering speech
Very quiet audio you can barely hear
Technical problems (cutting out, static)
Wrong language entirely
1B: Zoom In to See Word Boundaries Clearly (1 minute)
Professional annotators always zoom in to see exactly where words start and end. This prevents the #1 cause of rejections: cut-off words.
🔥 SHORTCUT #2: ~ = ZOOM IN TO SEE DETAILS
Location of ~ key:
Look at top row of keyboard - Above the number keys
Usually next to "1" key - On most keyboards
Might be above Tab - On some keyboard layouts
Same key as backtick (`) - You might see both symbols
How to zoom in:
Press ~ (tilde key) once - Waveform will zoom in closer
Look at the segments - Can you see individual word shapes now?
Press ~ again - Zoom in even more if needed
Press Shift+~ - To zoom back out when needed
What you're looking for when zoomed in:
Word shapes in the waveform - Each word creates a distinct pattern
Silence gaps between words - Shows where one word ends and next begins
Segment boundaries - Do the colored boxes start/end at complete words?
1C: Master the Most Critical Shortcut for Your Success (1 minute)
This shortcut will save your job and your money. Power cuts, browser crashes, and computer problems happen daily in Tanzania. This shortcut protects all your work.
🚨 SHORTCUT #3: Shift+ALT+S = SAVE YOUR WORK
Exact hand positioning:
Left hand pinky finger - Press and HOLD the Shift key (bottom-left corner)
Left hand ring finger - Press and HOLD the Alt key (next to Ctrl)
Right hand index finger - Press the S key (while still holding Shift+Alt)
Release all keys together - Let go of all three keys at same time
"Saved" message appears - Usually top-right or bottom of screen
Message disappears after 2-3 seconds - This is normal
Your work is protected - Even if power cuts, work is safe
Set up your saving routine RIGHT NOW:
Take out your phone - Any mobile phone with timer
Set timer for 5 minutes - Not 6, not 4, exactly 5 minutes
When timer rings - Press Shift+Alt+S immediately
Reset timer for 5 minutes - Do this every single time
Continue all day - Never skip this routine
Real-world example: "James worked for 2 hours on a difficult file. He was 95% finished when power cut happened. He hadn't saved for 45 minutes. When power returned, all his work was gone. He had to start completely over and earned 0 shillings for those 2 hours. Don't be like James."
Step 2: Work on Your First Segment Professionally (12 minutes)
Now we'll transcribe your first segment using professional techniques. I'll guide you through every single click and keystroke.
2A: Select and Perfect Segment Boundaries (4 minutes)
Professional annotators never work with imperfect boundaries. Cut-off words are the #1 cause of rejections. We'll fix this first.
Step 2A1: Select Your First Segment (30 seconds)
How to select properly:
Look for the first colored box - Usually on the left side of waveform
Move your mouse cursor - Position it anywhere inside the first colored box
Click once with left mouse button - Don't double-click, just single click
Verify selection - The segment should change color or show highlighting
Check text area - Auto-generated text for this segment should appear on right
Step 2A2: Zoom In to See This Segment's Boundaries (30 seconds)
Press ~ to zoom in - Focus on just this segment
Look at the segment edges - Where does the colored box start and end?
Check for cut-off words - Does segment start/end in middle of words?
Step 2A3: Learn Professional Boundary Control (3 minutes)
Instead of dragging with mouse (slow and imprecise), professionals use keyboard shortcuts for perfect boundaries.
🔥 SHORTCUTS #4-7: A/S/D/F = PRECISE BOUNDARY CONTROL
Understanding the boundary controls:
A key = Move START boundary forward (include more at beginning)
S key = Move START boundary backward (exclude from beginning)
D key = Move END boundary forward (include more at end)
F key = Move END boundary backward (exclude from end)
How to fix boundaries step-by-step:
Check Start Boundary:
Look at beginning of segment - Does it start mid-word?
If word is cut off at start - Press A to include the complete word
If segment starts too early - Press S to exclude extra sounds
Press A or S multiple times - Each press moves boundary slightly
Watch the waveform - See boundary edge moving as you press keys
Check End Boundary:
Look at end of segment - Does it end mid-word?
If word is cut off at end - Press D to include the complete word
If segment ends too late - Press F to exclude extra sounds
Press D or F multiple times - Each press fine-tunes the boundary
Watch the waveform - See boundary edge moving as you press keys
Examples of boundary problems and solutions:
Problem: Segment starts with "-ello everyone" (missing "H" from "Hello") Solution: Press A key 2-3 times to include complete "Hello"
Problem: Segment ends with "going to the stor-" (missing "e" from "store") Solution: Press D key 2-3 times to include complete "store"
Problem: Segment includes cough before speech starts Solution: Press S key to exclude the cough from beginning
2B: Master Professional Audio Control (3 minutes)
Professional annotators control audio precisely. You'll learn to slow down unclear parts, speed up clear parts, and replay exactly what you need.
Step 2B1: Play This Segment Only (1 minute)
Press Space bar - Audio should play only this selected segment
Listen as it plays - Audio will automatically stop at segment end
Press Space again - To replay the same segment
Listen 2-3 times minimum - Don't rush, understand every word
Step 2B2: Use Speed Controls for Difficult Audio (2 minutes)
When audio is unclear, slow it down. When audio is clear, you can speed it up for review.
🔥 SHORTCUTS #8-9: -/+ = SPEED CONTROL
How to use speed controls:
Press - (minus key) - Makes audio slower (0.5x speed)
Press + (plus key) - Makes audio faster (1.5x speed)
Normal speed - Press until you see 1.0x
When to use each speed:
Use 0.5x speed (press - key) for:
Unclear speech or mumbling
Fast talkers who speak quickly
Accented speech that's hard to understand
Names or technical terms
Any part where you're not 100% sure what was said
Use 1.0x speed (normal) for:
Clear speech at normal pace
Most of your transcription work
When you understand clearly
Use 1.5x speed (press + key) for:
Very clear speech
Reviewing your completed work
Parts you've already transcribed correctly
Professional technique:
Start at normal speed - Listen once at 1.0x
Slow down unclear parts - Press - for anything difficult
Speed up for final check - Press + to review your work quickly
2C: Smart Auto-Generated Text Strategy (2 minutes)
The computer tries to guess what people said, but it's often wrong. You'll learn when to use its help and when to ignore it.
🔥 SHORTCUT #10: 5 = TOGGLE AUTO-HELP ON/OFF
How auto-help works:
When ON - Computer actively tries to help transcribe
When OFF - You work manually without computer guessing
Press 5 to toggle - Switch between ON and OFF
When to turn auto-help ON (press 5 if currently off):
Clear, normal speech
Native speakers with standard accents
Good audio quality
Common words and phrases
When to turn auto-help OFF (press 5 if currently on):
Accented or non-native speech
Names of people or places
Technical terms or unusual words
Poor audio quality
Overlapping speakers
Strategic workflow:
Listen to segment first - Decide if speech is clear
Press 5 to turn ON - If speech sounds easy
Press 5 to turn OFF - If speech sounds difficult
Check computer's guess - Always verify what it wrote
2D: Fix the Computer's Text to Match Audio (2 minutes)
Example: Auto-text "I went to story yesterday" corrected to "I went to store yesterday"
Common computer mistakes you'll find:
Wrong Words:
Computer: "I went to story"
You hear: "I went to store"
Fix: Change "story" to "store"
Missing Words:
Computer: "I going to market"
You hear: "I am going to market"
Fix: Add "am" between "I" and "going"
Extra Words:
Computer: "I am going to the big market"
You hear: "I am going to market"
Fix: Remove "the big"
Wrong Names:
Computer: "My name is John"
You hear: "My name is Joan"
Fix: Change "John" to "Joan"
How to edit text step-by-step:
Click in text box - Position cursor where you need changes
Select wrong words - Click and drag to highlight incorrect text
Delete selected text - Press Delete or Backspace key
Type correct words - Exactly what you heard in audio
Don't add punctuation yet - Just get the words right first
Critical rule: "What is heard should be what is transcribed" - Never guess or assume what speaker meant to say.
2E: Save Work and Learn Navigation (1 minute)
Press Shift+Alt+S right now to save your progress.
Now learn the shortcuts that make you move between segments like a professional.
🔥 SHORTCUTS #11-12: Q/E = SEGMENT NAVIGATION
How navigation works:
Q key = Go to previous segment (segment number decreases)
E key = Go to next segment (segment number increases)
Practice navigation right now:
Note current segment number - Look at segment counter
Press E key once - You should move to next segment
Press Q key once - You should go back to previous segment
Press E key again - Forward to next segment
Practice Q, Q, E, E, Q - Get comfortable moving around
When to use Q (go back):
Made a mistake on previous segment
Want to double-check speaker name spelling
Need to compare what two different speakers said
Quality checking your completed work
When to use E (go forward):
Finished current segment perfectly
Want to skip ahead to preview upcoming work
Moving quickly through easy segments
Building momentum in your workflow
Step 3: Add Professional Grammar and Formatting (4 minutes)
Professional annotators follow strict grammar rules. Wrong punctuation = instant rejection. I'll teach you exactly what's allowed and what will get your work rejected.
3A: Master the Allowed Punctuation Rules (3 minutes)
The DataPlus platform only accepts certain punctuation marks. Using forbidden punctuation will cause automatic rejection.
ALLOWED PUNCTUATION ✅ | FORBIDDEN PUNCTUATION ❌ |
Period (.) - End sentences | Ellipsis (...) - Never use |
Comma (,) - Pauses in speech | Colon (:) - Never use |
Question mark (?) - Questions | Semicolon (;) - Never use |
Exclamation mark (!) - Emphasis | Double quotes (" ") - Never use |
Hyphen (-) - Cut-off words | Parentheses ( ) - Never use |
Single quote (') - Contractions only | Square brackets [ ] - Never use |
ALLOWED PUNCTUATION (Use These):
Period (.) - End of Complete Sentences
Use when: Speaker finishes a complete thought
Example: "I went to the market."
Always capitalize: Next word after period
Comma (,) - Pauses in Sentences
Use when: Speaker pauses within a sentence
Example: "I went to the market, then I came home."
Don't capitalize: Word after comma (unless it's a name)
Question Mark (?) - Questions
Use when: Speaker asks a question
Example: "Are you going to the market?"
Always capitalize: Next word after question mark
Exclamation Mark (!) - Excited or Loud Speech
Use when: Speaker shows excitement or emphasis
Example: "That's wonderful!"
Always capitalize: Next word after exclamation mark
Hyphen (-) - Cut-off Speech or Compound Words
Use when: Speaker cuts off word mid-speech
Example: "I want to go to s- school" (speaker stops and restarts)
Also use: For compound words like "twenty-five"
Single Quote (') - Contractions Only
Use when: Words are combined like "don't", "I'm", "can't"
Example: "I don't want to go"
Don't use: For quotations or emphasis
FORBIDDEN PUNCTUATION (Never Use - Causes Rejection):
Ellipsis (...) - THREE DOTS
❌ Never use: For pauses or unclear speech
✅ Use instead: Hyphen (-) for cut-off speech
Colon (:) - TWO DOTS
❌ Never use: For lists or explanations
✅ Use instead: Period (.) to end sentence
Semicolon (;) - COMMA WITH DOT
❌ Never use: To connect sentences
✅ Use instead: Period (.) to separate sentences
Double Quotes (" ") - QUOTATION MARKS
❌ Never use: For direct speech or quotations
✅ Use instead: Regular transcription without quotes
Parentheses ( ) - ROUND BRACKETS
❌ Never use: For side comments or explanations
✅ Use instead: Regular transcription or separate sentence
3B: Master Capitalization Rules (1 minute)
Capitalization Rules:
Always Capitalize After:
Period (.) - "I went home. Then I slept."
Question mark (?) - "Are you okay? Yes, I am."
Exclamation mark (!) - "That's great! I'm so happy."
Never Capitalize After:
Comma (,) - "I went home, then I slept." (not "Then")
Hyphen (-) - "I want to s- start over." (not "Start")
Always Capitalize:
People's names - John, Mary, Mohammed, Aisha
Place names - Tanzania, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mwanza
Country names - Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi
Language names - Swahili, English, Arabic
Brand names - YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp
Examples of Correct Capitalization:
✅ "I live in Tanzania. My name is John."
❌ "I live in tanzania. my name is john."
✅ "I went to Dar es Salaam, then to Mwanza."
❌ "I went to dar es salaam, Then to mwanza."
Step 4: Work Through More Segments Using All Shortcuts (8 minutes)
Now you'll apply everything you've learned to complete multiple segments efficiently.
4A: Build Your Professional Workflow Rhythm (5 minutes)
Professional annotators work in a smooth rhythm using keyboard shortcuts. No mouse clicking, no wasted movement.
Your Professional Workflow (Repeat for Each Segment):
Press E → Move to next segment (if not on first)
Press ~ → Zoom in to see boundaries clearly
Press A/S/D/F → Fix boundaries if needed
Press Space → Play segment 2-3 times
Press 5 → Turn auto-help ON if speech is clear
Edit text → Fix computer's mistakes to match audio
Add punctuation → Follow the grammar rules
Press Shift+Alt+S → Save your work
Repeat → Smooth, efficient, professional
4B: Handle Special Situations with Tag Buttons (3 minutes)
Sometimes audio has special situations that need special tags. You must use buttons, never type tags manually.
Tag Buttons for Valid Segments (Can Be Transcribed):
[N] Button - Background Noise During Speech:
Use when: You hear noise WHILE someone is talking
Examples: Dog barking during speech, car honking during speech, rain during speech
Don't use: For clean speech or silence
How to use: Type transcription, position cursor at end, click [N] button
[OVERLAP/] and [/OVERLAP] Buttons - Simultaneous Speech:
Use when: Two people talk at exactly the same time
Format: [OVERLAP/]overlapping words[/OVERLAP]
Don't use: For normal conversation where people take turns
How to use: Position cursor where overlap starts, click [OVERLAP/], type overlapping text, position cursor where overlap ends, click [/OVERLAP]
[HM] Button - Musical Speech:
Use when: Someone is rapping or singing while speaking
Examples: Rap performance, musical speech patterns
Don't use: For background music without vocals
Tag Buttons for Invalid Segments (Cannot Be Transcribed):
[IVS] Button - Invalid Segments:
Use when: Audio cannot be transcribed
Examples: Wrong language, too noisy, unclear speech, crying while talking
Don't use: For difficult but possible audio
Saves time: Use instead of struggling for hours
[OIVS] Button - Background Media with Voices:
Use when: TV or radio with human voices in background
Examples: News on TV, radio announcers, advertisements with vocals
Don't use: For background music without voices
[PIL] Button - Sensitive Information:
Use when: Speaker shares private details
Examples: Home addresses, phone numbers, bank details
Use instead: Of transcribing sensitive information
🚨 CRITICAL RULE: ALWAYS USE BUTTONS, NEVER TYPE TAGS MANUALLY
Wrong way (causes rejection):
Typing [N] with keyboard
Typing [OVERLAP/] with keyboard
Typing [IVS] with keyboard
Right way (perfect formatting):
Clicking [N] button
Clicking [OVERLAP/] button
Clicking [IVS] button
Step 5: Professional Quality Control Before Submission (6 minutes)
Professional annotators never submit work without checking. This step prevents rejections and ensures you get paid.
5A: Master the Search Tool for Error Detection (3 minutes)
🔥 SHORTCUT #14: ALT+F = SEARCH YOUR ENTIRE FILE
How the search tool works:
Press Alt+F → Search dialog box opens
Type what you want to find → Search term appears in box
Press Enter → Shows all matches in your file
Review each result → Check if each one is correct
Fix problems → Make corrections as needed
Close search → Continue to next search
5B: Check for These Common Errors That Cause Rejections (3 minutes)
Error Check #1: Verify [N] Tag Usage
Search for: "[N" (type exactly this)
What to check: Is there actually noise at each location?
Fix if wrong: Remove [N] if there's no noise
Example search result:
Found: "I went to the market [N]"
Check audio: Do you hear noise during this speech?
If yes: Keep [N] tag
If no: Remove [N] tag
Error Check #2: Find Double Spaces
Search for: " " (two space characters)
What to check: Extra spaces between words
Fix: Remove extra spaces
Example:
Found: "I went to market" (extra spaces)
Fix to: "I went to market" (single spaces)
Error Check #3: Check Name Consistency
Search for: Common names in your file
What to check: Same spelling throughout
Fix: Make all instances identical
Example:
Found: "John", "Jon", "Jhon" in different places
Fix to: "John" everywhere (pick most common spelling)
Error Check #4: Verify Overlap Tag Format
Search for: "[OVERLAP"
What to check: Proper format [OVERLAP/]text[/OVERLAP]
Fix: Use buttons to correct format if wrong
Error Check #5: Check Punctuation Mistakes
Search for: "..." (three dots)
What to check: No forbidden punctuation used
Fix: Replace with allowed punctuation
Professional Quality Check Routine:
Alt+F → "[N" → Check all noise tags
Alt+F → " " → Fix double spaces
Alt+F → speaker names → Verify consistency
Alt+F → "[OVERLAP" → Check format
Alt+F → "..." → Remove forbidden punctuation
Step 6: Final Submission Process (3 minutes)
6A: Final Save and Complete Review (2 minutes)
Complete Final Check:
Press Shift+Alt+S → Save one final time
Press Shift+~ → Zoom out to see entire file
Visual scan → Look for obvious errors or missing segments
Quick audio check → Press Space to play through at 1.5x speed
Satisfaction check → Are you proud of this work?
6B: Submit Your Completed Work (1 minute)
Submission Steps:
Look for Submit button → Usually labeled "Submit", "Complete", or "Finish"
Click Submit once → Don't click multiple times
Wait for confirmation → Should see "Task submitted successfully"
Verify completion → Task should move to completed list
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS! You have completed your first professional annotation task using all the keyboard shortcuts that make you 3x faster!
Your New Professional Skills Summary
The 14 Shortcuts You Now Master
SCREENSHOT 27 NEEDED: Complete keyboard layout diagram showing all 14 shortcuts highlighted in different colors with usage frequency indicators and brief descriptions
## Quick Reference: Essential Shortcuts
Key | Function | When to Use |
Space | Play/Stop | 100+ times/hour |
Shift+Alt+S | Save work | Every 5 minutes |
Q | Previous segment | Check previous work |
E | Next segment | Move forward fast |
A/S/D/F | Adjust boundaries | Every segment |
-/+ | Speed control | Unclear/clear audio |
5 | Toggle ASR (auto-generated text) | Strategic use | Turn ON for clear speech, OFF for unclear/accented speech |
Alt+F | Search file | Before submission |
Your Professional Workflow Pattern
The rhythm you now know:
E → Navigate to segment
~ → Zoom in for boundaries
A/S/D/F → Perfect segment edges
Space → Listen carefully
5 → Auto-help if clear speech
Edit → Fix text to match audio
Punctuation → Add correct grammar
Shift+Alt+S → Save work
Alt+F → Quality check before submit
Quality Standards You Apply
Accuracy: What you hear is what you write
Grammar: Only allowed punctuation marks
Consistency: Same spelling throughout file
Completeness: All valid segments transcribed
Format: Use buttons for tags, never type manually
Success Measurement and Next Steps
Daily Success Indicators
Check yourself every day:
Saving automatically - Shift+Alt+S every 5 minutes without thinking
Audio control mastery - Space bar feels natural, never click play button
Boundary precision - Using A/S/D/F instead of mouse dragging
Navigation fluency - Q/E movement is smooth and automatic
Quality checking - Alt+F search before every submission
Workflow rhythm - Hands stay on keyboard 90% of time
Progress Targets
After 5 tasks: All shortcuts feel natural, completing tasks with confidence
After 15 tasks: 40% faster than first task, consistent quality maintained
After 30 tasks: Professional rhythm established, helping newer annotators
After 50 tasks: Expert efficiency, teaching others your workflow
Professional Achievement Markers
You've reached professional level when:
Shortcuts are unconscious - No thinking required for any shortcut
Workflow is smooth - No pauses to remember what key to press
Quality is automatic - Alt+F checking is natural habit
Speed has doubled - Completing significantly more tasks per day
Quick Reference for Daily Use
Essential Workflow Checklist
Before starting every session:
Set 5-minute timer on phone
Position hands correctly on keyboard
For every segment:
Use Space for audio control
Fix boundaries with A/S/D/F
Edit text to match what you hear
Save with Shift+Alt+S
Navigate with Q/E
Before submitting every file:
Alt+F search for common errors
Final save (Shift+Alt+S )
Visual check for completeness
Submit and confirm
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If shortcuts stop working:
Click inside DataPlus window to focus browser
Refresh page if shortcuts become unresponsive
Check Caps Lock is off
Ensure no other programs are interfering
If audio won't play:
Check volume and headphone connection
Press Space instead of clicking play button
Refresh page and reopen task
Report technical issue with Data ID
When to Get Help
Contact your buddy or team when:
Same question arises multiple times
Shortcuts aren't working as described
Audio quality makes transcription impossible
Unsure about tag usage decisions
Technical problems prevent work completion
What Happens Next
🎉 Amazing Achievement! You now work like a professional annotator using industry-standard shortcuts and workflow.
Immediate Next Steps
Practice these shortcuts - Use them in every task you do
Keep your timer - Maintain 5-minute save habit religiously
Build speed gradually - Each task should get slightly faster
Help newer annotators - Share your new knowledge
Your Professional Development Path
Next training modules:
Tag Systems Mastery - Advanced [N], [IVS], [OVERLAP] usage
Language Standards - Complete grammar and punctuation guide
Complex Audio Handling - Multi-speaker, poor quality, overlapping speech
Quality Control - Become a reviewer and mentor others
The Big Picture
You are now equipped with:
Professional-grade keyboard shortcuts used by expert annotators
Complete workflow that prevents 90% of common errors
Quality control process that ensures high approval rates
Time-saving techniques that double your earning potential
Remember: Every expert started exactly where you are now. You've just completed the hardest part - learning the foundation. From here, you'll get faster and more confident with every task.
💡 Daily Reminder: Save every 5 minutes (Shift+Alt+S), control audio with Space, navigate with Q/E, adjust boundaries with A/S/D/F, and check quality with Alt+F!
🎯 Professional Tip: The shortcuts you learned today are used by the fastest, highest-earning annotators in the industry. You're now one of them!
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