granola-common-errors

# Granola Common Errors

## Overview
Diagnose and resolve common Granola issues for uninterrupted meeting capture.

## Quick Diagnostics

### Check Granola Status
```bash
# macOS - Check if Granola is running
pgrep -l Granola

# Check audio devices
system_profiler SPAudioDataType | grep "Default Input"

# Check microphone permissions
tccutil list | grep Granola
```

## Common Errors & Solutions

### Audio Issues

#### Error: "No Audio Captured"
**Symptoms:** Meeting recorded but transcript is empty
**Causes & Solutions:**

| Cause | Solution |
|-------|----------|
| Wrong audio input | System Preferences > Sound > Input > Select correct device |
| Microphone muted | Check physical mute button on device |
| Permission denied | Grant microphone access in System Preferences |
| Virtual audio conflict | Disable conflicting audio software |

```bash
# Reset audio on macOS
sudo killall coreaudiod
```

#### Error: "Poor Transcription Quality"
**Symptoms:** Many errors in transcript
**Solutions:**
1. Use quality microphone or headset
2. Reduce background noise
3. Speak clearly and at moderate pace
4. Position microphone closer

### Calendar Sync Issues

#### Error: "Meeting Not Detected"
**Symptoms:** Granola doesn't auto-start for scheduled meeting
**Solutions:**

1. **Check calendar connection:**
   - Settings > Integrations > Calendar
   - Disconnect and reconnect

2. **Verify event visibility:**
   - Event must be on synced calendar
   - You must be an attendee
   - Event needs video link

3. **Force sync:**
   - Click sync button in Granola
   - Wait 30 seconds
   - Check if meeting appears

#### Error: "Calendar Authentication Failed"
**Symptoms:** Can't connect Google/Outlook calendar
**Solutions:**
```
1. Clear browser cache
2. Log out of Google/Microsoft account
3. Log back in
4. Try connecting Granola again
5. Use private/incognito browser window
```

### Processing Issues

#### Error: "Notes Not Appearing"
**Symptoms:** Meeting ended but no notes generated
**Solu