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Ai audio transcription & Google Docs report generator with VLM run

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Important notice

This workflow is provided as-is. Please review and test before using in production.

1. Workflow Overview

Automatically transform audio files into professional transcription reports with AI powered speech recognition, timestamp generation, and formatted Google Docs output. What this workflow does 1. Mo...

Best for

  • Document Extraction automation workflows
  • Multimodal AI automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.gmailtrigger, @vlm-run/n8n-nodes-vlmrun.vlmrun, n8n-nodes-base.webhook, n8n-nodes-base.googledocs

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Shahrear.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Ai audio transcription & Google Docs report generator with VLM run
Workflow name
Ai audio transcription & Google Docs report generator with VLM run

Automatically transform audio files into professional transcription reports with AI-powered speech recognition, timestamp generation, and formatted Google Docs output.

What this workflow does

  1. Monitors Gmail for incoming audio attachments
  2. Downloads and processes audio files using VLM Run AI transcription
  3. Generates accurate transcriptions with precise timestamps and segmentation
  4. Creates professional reports in Google Docs with formatted output
  5. Handles asynchronous processing for long audio files without timeouts

Setup

Prerequisites: Gmail account, VLM Run API credentials, Google Docs access, n8n.

Install the verified VLM Run node by searching for VLM Run in the node list, then click Install. Once installed, you can start using it in your workflows.

Quick Setup:

  1. Configure Gmail OAuth2 for email monitoring
  2. Add VLM Run API credentials for audio transcription
  3. Set up Google Docs OAuth2 for report generation
  4. Create target Google Doc for transcription reports
  5. Update document URL in workflow nodes
  6. Test with sample audio file and activate

Perfect for

  • Meeting recordings and conference calls
  • Voice memos and dictation workflows
  • Interview transcriptions and journalism
  • Podcast episode documentation
  • Accessibility compliance and documentation
  • Legal proceedings and court recordings
  • Educational content and lecture notes
  • Customer service call analysis

Key Benefits

  • Human-level accuracy - Advanced AI speech recognition with automatic punctuation
  • Timestamp precision - Segmented transcriptions with exact time markers
  • Multi-format support - Handles MP3, WAV, M4A, AAC, OGG, FLAC files
  • Asynchronous processing - No timeouts for long audio files
  • Professional formatting - Beautifully structured Google Docs reports
  • Automatic workflow - Zero manual intervention required
  • Saves hours per recording - Transforms manual transcription into instant results
  • Searchable documentation - Google Docs integration enables easy content discovery

How to customize

Extend by adding:

  • Speaker identification and diarization
  • Integration with project management tools (Notion, Asana, Trello)
  • Automatic summary generation from transcripts
  • Translation to multiple languages
  • Slack notifications for completed transcriptions
  • Integration with CRM systems for call logging
  • Audio quality enhancement preprocessing
  • Custom formatting templates for different use cases
  • Automatic keyword extraction and tagging
  • Integration with calendar systems for meeting context

This workflow revolutionizes audio documentation by combining cutting-edge AI transcription with professional report generation, making spoken content instantly accessible, searchable, and shareable across your organization.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - 🎙️ Workflow Overview

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - đź“§ Email Monitoring

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - 🤖 AI Transcription

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 4 - đź”— Async Processing

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 5 - đź“„ Document Generation

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Monitor Email Attachments

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.gmailTrigger - gmailTrigger
Config choices
Version 1.2

Block 7 - VLM Run Audio Transcriber

Type / Role
@vlm-run/n8n-nodes-vlmrun.vlmRun - vlmRun
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - Receive Transcription Results

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.webhook - webhook
Config choices
Version 2

Block 9 - Generate Transcription Report

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleDocs - googleDocs
Config choices
Version 1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Ai audio transcription & Google Docs report generator with VLM run
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 9
Categories Document Extraction, Multimodal AI
Author Shahrear
Published 25 Jun 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/5307/5307.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Ai audio transcription & Google Docs report generator with VLM run do?

Automatically transform audio files into professional transcription reports with AI powered speech recognition, timestamp generation, and formatted Google Docs output. What this workflow does 1. Mo...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Document Extraction, Multimodal AI use case.