CSR Stenography Theory & Machine Shorthand Systems 3

Question 1

In CAT software, what is a 'dictionary'?

Accepted Answer

A database that maps each steno outline to its corresponding English word or phrase translation

Answer

A CAT dictionary is the core lookup database that converts steno outlines into English, and its accuracy directly determines translation quality.

Question 2

What is 'untranslated' text (sometimes called 'untran') in a CAT transcript?

Accepted Answer

Raw steno strokes that the CAT software could not match to any dictionary entry

Answer

Untranslated text appears as raw steno characters when an outline is missing from the reporter's dictionary, requiring manual resolution during editing.

Question 3

Which of the following is a leading CAT (Computer-Aided Transcription) software platform used by professional court reporters?

Accepted Answer

Eclipse

Answer

Eclipse is a widely used professional CAT software platform designed specifically for steno-to-text translation and transcript production.

Question 4

What does the acronym 'CART' stand for in the context of court reporting accessibility services?

Accepted Answer

Communication Access Realtime Translation

Answer

CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) uses steno realtime technology to provide live captioning for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Question 5

What is a 'job dictionary' in court reporting practice?

Accepted Answer

A case-specific supplemental dictionary built before an assignment to capture proper nouns, technical terms, and specialized vocabulary

Answer

A job dictionary is a temporary, case-specific dictionary supplement that improves realtime accuracy for proper names and technical terminology unique to a particular proceeding.

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CSR Stenography Theory & Machine Shorthand Systems 3