Add subtitles to your videos so viewers can follow along with or without sound. Using AI transcription, automatic speaker labels, and customizable captions, Descript helps you deliver more accessible and engaging videos in less time.
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Transcribe your video
Drop your video into a new project or upload it with a YouTube link. In moments, our system will transcribe the audio into text for your chosen language and add speaker labels for each voice.
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Add subtitles
Tweak transcript errors using Correct mode (press C), or remove filler words automatically. If you want embedded subtitles, open the Captions panel and pick a style or layout.
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Embed captions or download subtitle file
Preview your video and confirm subtitle timing. Then export your video with captions or download a separate SRT or VTT file to pair with your footage.
Embedded video subtitles in any style
Add hard subtitles to any video in your chosen colors, fonts, and styles. They’re a handy way to make content more accessible, appeal to diverse viewers, or highlight key moments. Skip tedious manual editing—use stylish subtitles that encourage longer watch times and expand your reach on social media.
Generate subtitle files with speaker labels & time codes
Download 'soft' subtitles in SRT or VTT formats that can be attached to most major video hosts. It’s a straightforward way to avoid outside subtitling expenses and increase accessibility. Simply upload these files with your video to offer flexible viewing options.
Fast, accurate subtitle generation & translation
Access precise AI transcription and subtitle translations in more than 23 languages, complete with speaker labels and time stamps. Remove filler words and fix text errors quickly. No need for time-consuming manual transcripts.
Descript is an AI-based audio and video editing platform that functions like a text doc, enabling quick edits for podcasts and videos.
Text-based editor
Quickly refine your video by editing auto-generated text, so video editing feels as easy as working in a text document.
Publishing
Share your work directly with Descript pages, which simplify publication and make your content easy to view.
Templates
Use customizable templates to add captions and credits, creating a consistent and professional style in each video.
Summarizer
Turn your recordings into concise, readable summaries that you can share on any channel.
30 minutes / month of dubbing in 20+ languages
Can I edit my subtitles?
Yes, definitely! If you spot any part of your transcript that doesn’t match your intended wording, highlight it, press C, and easily correct it. Your subtitles will remain synced with your video. This method allows you to fine-tune what our subtitle generator creates so that your subtitles reflect your intended audio content.
Do I have to export the subtitle file and my video separately?
Descript offers several ways to handle your video subtitles. If you choose to export your video as a web link, the transcription and subtitles will be attached automatically. When playing your video, viewers can pick subtitles in preferences, and the transcript—timed with your footage—will play smoothly. It’s also possible to embed captions as part of your exported video or save subtitles separately as SRT or VTT files.
Can I create open captions for my videos?
Yes, you can. Descript’s captioning feature lets you add open captions directly to your video. This approach makes your content more accessible for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. Just upload your video, run the automatic transcription, and then refine them to match your audio perfectly.
What video file types does Descript work with?
Descript supports a range of file formats for added flexibility. MP4 and MOV are standard, plus options like GIF and MP3. This approach covers the common formats you’ll see in usual video or audio editing scenarios.
